Emory Finds Intentional Misreporting of SAT/Rank Data, Revamps Procedures

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That is not a drop of 30 points (although places would be a better term than points). A drop of 30 places would be to #60. Seems quite elementary.

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<p>Without addressing the accuracy of the 30-point drop, remember the US News methodology. Schools receive relative scores of up to 100 points and are ranked accordingly. So, a drop of 30 points (not places) could indeed lead to 30th to Not Rated, rather than 30th to 60th.</p>