14-year-old Georgia student scores perfect 1600 on SAT
Ashrit Talluri, a 14-year-old student from Georgia, achieved a perfect 1600 score on the SAT. Talluri, who is already taking college-level courses, prepared for months to reach this milestone, which places him in the 99th percentile of test-takers.
Why it matters
This highlights exceptional academic achievement in a young student and the increasing trend of early college-level preparation.
A 14-year-old student in Georgia has achieved the highest possible score on the SAT, completing a test generally associated with students much further along in high school. Ashrit Talluri of Fulton County earned a perfect 1600 on the exam, according to FOX 5 Atlanta and The Independent, with additional reporting from outlets including Andhra Jyothy confirming his academic background and current studies. The SAT has a maximum score of 1600, made up of Reading and Writing and Math sections, each scored out of 800. College Board data places a 1600 in the 99+ percentile among its comparison groups.A much earlier start to the SATTalluri’s academic path had already moved beyond the usual pace before he sat for the exam. While in middle school, he completed 14½ high school credits.
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