GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Act Test Attempt Frequency Statistics
Students typically take the ACT test 2-3 times on average to achieve their desired score.
In this post, we will analyze key statistics related to ACT test-taking patterns and performance outcomes, shedding light on trends such as exam retakes, score improvements, demographic influences, and regional preferences. From the proportion of students meeting college readiness benchmarks to the factors impacting test scores, these insights provide a comprehensive overview of the ACT landscape. Let’s dive into the numbers driving the decisions and strategies of test takers across the United States.
Statistic 1
"In 2020, out of 1.67 million test takers only 36% of students met the ACT Benchmark in all four areas - English, Math, Reading, and Science."
Statistic 2
"Since 2000, around 2 million students attempt ACT test every year."
Statistic 3
"The majority of students takes the ACT for the first time in the spring of their junior year and for the second time in the fall of their senior year."
Statistic 4
"As of 2020, the percentage of students retaking the ACT exam and scoring higher is 57%."
Statistic 5
"On average, students who took the ACT test more than once increased their composite score by 2.9 points."
Statistic 6
"45% of all ACT test takers are retaking the exam."
Statistic 7
"Statistics show that students usually perform better on their second ACT attempt."
Statistic 8
"Students from families with an annual income of less than $80,000 have lower average ACT composite scores than those from wealthier families."
Statistic 9
"The average ACT score amongst all test takers is 20.7."
Statistic 10
"ACT-taking is more popular than SAT in Midwestern and Southern US states."
Statistic 11
"The number of students taking the ACT more than once increased by 16% between 2017 and 2018."
Statistic 12
"Nearly half (45%) of all ACT test takers are considered repeat testers."
Statistic 13
"Over 15,000 students register to take the ACT test each time it’s offered."
Statistic 14
"In 2020, only 21% of ACT test takers in the US met all four college readiness benchmark levels."
Statistic 15
"Among ACT test takers, 86% plan to pursue post-secondary education."
Jannik Lindner
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