Just about everyone finds a way to identify their targets, even if only to say, “Top 20” or “Top 20-30.” There are hundreds of colleges in the northeast. And very real differences in the actual competition for an admit.
Early is only a tip when you fully match what they want in the class. No extra points for submitting Early. And the better admit rates include recruited athletes depending on the college.
If you do mean a tippy top, yes, the scores are low (the bar is roughly 750 for SAT) and they look at unweighted gpa. More specifically, the transcript, to see class choices and grades. It’s not just about a lot of ECs. And not Composite, as much as the subscores.
I’d guess you’re quite concerned, with the Early deadline looming. But I’m an advocate of learning all you can about what it really takes to get an admit, the whole of it. It’s not just what the student wants.
If you mean something less competitive than a TT, like 20-40, if you look at score ranges, she’s still on the low side. You have to know if the school will accept a later test date.
We really can’t say more without knowing more.
But also, try to remember the competition doesn’t end at an admit. Top colleges can have a high bar in the classrooms, as well. All those highly prepared 4.0 kids. Find the “right” choices.