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Scaled score

A score on the KS2 tests converted from the raw mark so that results can be compared across years. Scores run from 80 to 120 and 100 or more means the expected standard was met.

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England
Topic
Assessment

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SATs (Standard Assessment Tests (informal)) England
The everyday name in England for the national curriculum tests at the end of Key Stage 2 (Year 6) in English reading, grammar punctuation and spelling, and maths. Officially they are the KS2 national curriculum tests. Not the same as the US SAT college admission test.
Expected standard England
The level of attainment pupils in England are expected to reach by the end of a key stage, for example a scaled score of at least 100 in the KS2 tests.
Raw score United States All four UK nations (details may differ)
The number of questions answered correctly or points earned before conversion.

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