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Average ACT Scores by the Numbers. In 2016, US students averaged a composite score of 20.8 on the ACT, broken down like this: However, keep in mind that these numbers come from an incredibly large pool of students (over 2 million, to be exact) each of whom is taking the ACT for different reasons. Average ACT scores also vary by state.
Weâve compiled the average ACT scores by state, as well as the average in each subject area, using the latest data from the test makers. Read on to learn how your state â and your score â compares to the rest of the country. More students than ever nationwide took the ACT last year â close to two million, or 1.9 million to be precise. Out of all of those tests, the national average scores came out as follows in 2015: (Remember that each ACT section, and the overall composite score, are scored between 1 and 36. For more on ACT scoring, check out our guide.)