Inconsistent practice test scores - do I have a chance at 1550+?

kuma16
Sun, 29 Nov 2020 18:12:19 +0000

Hey y’all,

I’m taking the December 5 SAT and my SAT practice scores are pretty volatile. For context, here are my SAT practice test scores (in order that I’ve taken them. All in 2020)

Test # (date): score (reading+writing/math)

10 (5/16): 1560 (770/790)
1 (8/1): 1510 (730/780)
3 (9/6): 1480 (750/730)
2 (9/13): 1500 (730/770)
4 (9/20): 1520 (750/770)
9 (10/15): 1530 (750/780)
8 (10/25): 1490 (740/750)
7 (11/15): 1550 (780/770)
6 (11/22): 1560 (780/780)
5 (11/29): 1510 (750/760) → T-T

I’m aiming for at least 1550+, and I’m worried that since I’ve only scored higher than 1550+ 3/10 times, I don’t have a chance T-T. Also super disappointed that I was on an upward trend and dropped 50 points a week before the exam.

(also fat L that my highest score was my first time taking it with zero studying lmao. My score has declined over time even though I’ve been diligently studying ;( )

I’ve been using the Black Book, PrepScholar free resources, and Khan Academy to practice.

Any advice on how I can improve my score? Do I actually have a chance at 1550?

Thank you so much in advance for your support!

(btw I’m a junior. I can’t take the PSAT so this will also go towards NMS)