The scores of the 2026 high school entrance examination in the United States have not been officially released as of my last update. However, based on historical trends and the evolving nature of standardized testing, it is expected that the scores will follow a similar distribution to previous years. Typically, these scores range from 200 to 800 for each section of the exam, with a total score of 1600 for the entire test.

The reasons for this expected range are multifaceted. Firstly, the SAT and ACT, the two most common standardized tests used for college admissions, have maintained a consistent scoring scale over the years. The SAT, for instance, has had a 200-800 point scale for each of its three sections (Reading, Writing and Language, and Math), with a total of 1600 points. The ACT, on the other hand, has a 1-36 scale for each of its four sections (English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science), with a composite score of 36.

Historical data from the College Board and ACT, Inc. show that the distribution of scores tends to follow a normal distribution curve, with the majority of students scoring around the mean. For the SAT, the mean score has hovered around 500 for each section, resulting in a mean total score of about 1500. For the ACT, the mean composite score is around 21.

Moreover, the scoring criteria for these exams are standardized, ensuring that the scores are comparable across different test administrations. The College Board and ACT, Inc. regularly update their scoring guidelines to maintain the integrity and fairness of the tests.

In conclusion, while the specific scores of the 2026 high school entrance examination have not been released, it is reasonable to expect them to fall within the historical range of 200-800 per section and 1600 for the total score, with the majority of students scoring around the mean. This expectation is based on the consistent scoring scales used by the SAT and ACT, as well as the historical distribution of scores from these exams.