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Average Private School SAT Scores By State (2026)

The national average private school SAT score (out of 1600 maximum) is 1234 (2026).

The state with the highest average private school SAT score is District Of Columbia with 1365. The state with the lowest average private school SAT score is West Virginia with 1172.

Quick Facts (2026)

National Avg. SAT Score: 1234 (out of 1600)
Highest State Avg: District Of Columbia (1365)
Lowest State Avg: West Virginia (1172)
Top School: Brooklyn Amity School (1560)

Quick Facts (2026)

National Avg. SAT Score: 1234 (out of 1600)
Highest State Avg: District Of Columbia (1365)
Lowest State Avg: West Virginia (1172)
Top School: Brooklyn Amity School (1560)

National Average SAT Score (Trends)

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Year	National avg
2025	1233
2024	1230
2023	1228
2022	1229
2021	1229
2020	1226
2019	1226
2018	1226
2017	1233
2016	1306
2015	1258

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Show school map — National (SAT Scores range: 1172–1365, avg 1234)

SAT Scores Range: 1172 1365 Avg. SAT Scores: 1234

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national average private school SAT score?

The national average private school SAT score (out of 1600 maximum) is 1234 for 2026.

What are the private schools with highest SAT score in the United States?

The private schools with highest SAT score in the United States include Holy Rosary Academy, Vermont Commons School and Foxcroft Academy.

What is the state with the highest average private school SAT score?

The state with the highest average private school SAT score is District Of Columbia.

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The state with highest average private school SAT score is District Of Columbia , with 1365. The county with the highest average private school SAT score is Suffolk County, MA with 1401.