PT average vs actual score experience

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  dicino63 Core Member

  September 2021 142 karma

  I believe most people score a few points (3-5) lower than their PT average, just due to nerves and (sometimes) proctor issues. However, my January take was an exception. Before the take, I was averaging maybe 160, with my highest being 163. I scored a 165 on the January exam. I retook in June, and had some proctor issues, so I got a 164. I am now taking October, and my PT average is 171. I'm hoping that having taken the test twice before, I'll be able to pull a 169+, especially considering my highest BR is 177.
• mattwhitworth56 Member

  September 2021 316 karma

  @dicino63 ok cool thanks for the info. What do you mean by proctoring issues btw?
• dicino63 Core Member

  October 2021 142 karma

  @mattwhitworth56 said:
  @dicino63 ok cool thanks for the info. What do you mean by proctoring issues btw?

  I wasn't able to take my original June exam because my bedroom windows did not have blinds. My retake went just as bad because I was disconnected several times and the timer did not stop; I lost about 5 minutes each on LG and RC.
• mattwhitworth56 Member

  October 2021 316 karma

  @dicino63 damn I'm really sorry to hear that. Is there a list you used the next time around to make sure there wouldn't be an issue w the proctoring?
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  sarakimmel Member ⭐

  October 2021 1488 karma

  @dicino63 , I feel for you, had the same thing happen with losing connection and 5 minutes from my time
  This test is stressful enough when everything goes right! Here’s hoping they’ve ironed out the kinks and that everyone has a smooth ride this go-around!
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  mattwhitworth56 Member

  October 2021 316 karma

  @sarakimmel I agree! It's unjust that the LSAC doesn't make better accommodations when they aren't able to offer in person testing. But unless their money is affected I doubt they will
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  sarakimmel Member ⭐

  October 2021 1488 karma

  @mattwhitworth56 , absolutely, if their pocket isn’t effected, they won’t change a thing.
• catbelly Alum Member

  October 2021 229 karma

  A disclaimer: my experience is only my own!!! However, with that said, I dropped about 6 points below my PT average on the August test, and I have spoken to many people who have dropped even 10 points. I would be wary about your score on the PT and just focus on how many you are getting incorrect.
• pestroidango Member

  October 2021 32 karma

  5 points lower

  There is an lsat lottery so to speak, so depending on whether the test u get on that day plays to ur strengths…
• dicino63 Core Member

  October 2021 142 karma

  @mattwhitworth56 said:
  @dicino63 damn I'm really sorry to hear that. Is there a list you used the next time around to make sure there wouldn't be an issue w the proctoring?

  Not really, no. I'm taking October in a conference room at work, so hopefully I can avoid any possible issues that way.
• clear227 Core Member

  October 2021 edited October 2021 350 karma

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  giulia.pines Member

  October 2021 466 karma

  Just to offer a counter: a friend of mine performed several points higher on test day than she ever did on a PT. IT CAN HAPPEN!
• mattwhitworth56 Member

  October 2021 316 karma

  @"giulia.pines" no doubt. As long as I'm within range of my average PT, like within 5, I'll be okay w that. I'll be super bummed if its like 10 points lower