The maximum score that can be achieved on the exam is 800. The Analytical Writing part of the test is graded on a scale of 0 (the minimum) to 6 (the maximum).
0 An essay that is totally illegible or obviously not written on the assigned topic.
1 An essay that is fundamentally deficient.
2 An essay that is seriously flawed.
3 An essay that is seriously limited.
4 An essay that is merely adequate.
5 An essay that is strong.
6 An essay that is outstanding.