An instrument designed to estimate potential performance on a college entrance examination, derived from a preliminary standardized test score, furnishes students with a projected range of their future performance. For instance, a score on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) can be processed through a model to generate an equivalent Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) score band.
The utility of this assessment tool lies in its capacity to provide students with an early indicator of their preparedness for college-level work. It enables proactive identification of academic strengths and weaknesses, facilitating targeted preparation and resource allocation. Historically, such calculations have been used by educators and guidance counselors to advise students on course selection and test preparation strategies, enhancing the likelihood of improved performance on the subsequent, more consequential examination.
