A score of 1400 on SAT typically means you answered about 8–12 questions wrong total across both the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math sections. The exact number of wrong answers varies slightly by test version, but a 1400 generally reflects strong performance—placing you in the 95th percentile of all test takers.
The SAT is scored on a scale of 400–1600, with two sections:
- EBRW: Max 800
- Math: Max 800
To reach 1400 , most students score around 700–720 in EBRW and 680–700 in Math. Each section allows a small number of errors:
- EBRW: You can miss 3–5 questions and still score 700+
- Math: You can miss 2–4 questions (on the no-calculator and calculator sections combined) and still hit 700
So, 1400 usually means 5–9 wrong answers total—sometimes up to 12 if the test curve is generous.
Why It’s Not Just About Wrong Answers
The SAT uses scaled scoring, meaning the number of wrong answers that drop your score depends on test difficulty. A harder test may allow more mistakes for the same score. That’s why your score report shows a scaled score—not a raw count.
You don’t need perfect accuracy to get 1400. You need consistency. Missing a few questions in Reading is fine if you nail Math. A small error in one section can be balanced by excellence in the other.
What a 1400 on SAT Means
A 1400 on SAT makes you competitive for most selective colleges, including top public universities and many private schools. It shows strong reading, writing, and math skills—and proves you’re ready for college-level work.
You don’t need to be flawless. You just need to be focused.
With smart prep and good pacing, 1400 on SAT is a realistic and powerful goal.