Hey, just took the PreACT as a sophom*ore and I'm curious what you all think is a good score range to aim for? Like, what should I be aiming to improve towards before taking the ACT? Thanks in advance!
8 months ago
Hey there! It's great that you've taken the PreACT and are thinking about your goals for the actual ACT. The PreACT is scored on a 1-36 scale, similar to the ACT, so you can use your score to gauge your current standing.
In general, a "good" PreACT score is one that puts you in a competitive range for the colleges you're interested in. To figure that out, you can look up the middle 50% ACT scores (25th percentile to 75th percentile) for admitted students at the schools you're considering. If your PreACT score falls within that range or is close to it, you're in a good position. Of course, it's always beneficial to strive for continuous improvement.
For reference, a PreACT score of around 23 or higher is considered above average and typically places you in the top 25% of test-takers nationwide. If you're aiming for more selective schools, you might want to target a 30 or higher on the actual ACT.
Don't forget that your score improvement will depend on the time and effort you've put into practice and test prep. Identifying your weaknesses, working on them consistently, and using official ACT practice materials will help you on your way to achieving your desired score. Good luck with your ACT prep!
8 months ago
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