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September 14, 2011

SAT reading scores fall to lowest level on record

Chart shows mean SAT scores since 1972. The Associated Press reports:

SAT reading scores for the high school class of 2011 were the lowest on record, and combined reading and math scores fell to their lowest point since 1995.

The College Board, which released the scores Wednesday, said the results reflect the record size and diversity of the pool of test-takers. As more students aim for college and take the exam, it tends to drag down average scores.

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