City Montessori School (CMS), Lucknow, is thrilled to announce that 17 of its bright stars have achieved stellar scores in SAT 2025, conducted under the aegis of the College Board, USA. The exceptional SAT result is a collective celebration of perseverance, precision, and purpose. The outstanding performance of these students has paved way for admissions to elite universities worldwide. It reflects the calibre, unwavering consistency, and commitment of CMS students.
The SAT 2025 Exemplars: A Glimpse of Brilliance
We heartily congratulate the achievers and their guiding lights—the teachers, principals, and parents, who have empowered their leap into the global academic arena.
| Sl. | Name | Campus | English | Maths | Total Score |
| 1) | Mustafa Nabi Shah | Cambridge Section, Gomti Nagar Extension | 760 | 800 | 1560 |
| 2) | Kartikey Singh Chauhan | Kanpur Road Campus | 760 | 790 | 1550 |
| 3) | Anshika Seth | Cambridge Section, Gomti Nagar Extension | 750 | 790 | 1540 |
| 4) | Pranav Suri | Kanpur Road Campus | 710 | 790 | 1500 |
| 5) | Shashwat Mishra | Kanpur Road Campus | 710 | 790 | 1500 |
| 6) | Vedant Singh | Mahanagar Campus | 730 | 770 | 1500 |
| 7) | Kuldeep Singh | Gomti Nagar Extension Campus | 730 | 770 | 1500 |
| 8) | Advit Dhaon | Gomti Nagar Campus I | 680 | 790 | 1470 |
| 9) | Kartavya Dwivedi | Aliganj Campus I | 700 | 760 | 1460 |
| 10) | Sanchi Arora | Mahanagar Campus | 660 | 790 | 1450 |
| 11) | Apoorv Agarwal | Aliganj Campus I | 790 | 650 | 1440 |
| 12) | Reet Miglani | Kanpur Road Campus | 770 | 670 | 1440 |
| 13) | Yashashv Samtani | Kanpur Road Campus | 640 | 800 | 1440 |
| 14) | Parnika Shukla | Aliganj Campus I | 720 | 700 | 1420 |
| 15) | Misbah Khursheed | Gomti Nagar Campus I | 680 | 750 | 1420 |
| 16) | Manas Joshi | Rajajipuram Campus I | 670 | 730 | 1400 |
| 17) | Marutey Mani | Mahanagar Campus | 641 | 790 | 1400 |
A Grand Felicitation Ceremony Honoured SAT 2025 Exemplars
CMS honoured the SAT 2025 qualifiers at a ceremonial event held at Gomti Nagar Campus I. The atmosphere was vibrant, marked by encouraging words, tokens of appreciation, and a wave of heartfelt applause. Eight top SAT scorers received cash awards for their outstanding achievements. The list included:
- Mustafa Nabi Shah, Kartikey Singh Chauhan, Anshika Seth, Pranav Suri, Shashwat Mishra, Vedant Singh, and Kuldeep Singh were felicitated with garlands, medals, and cheques worth ₹5,000 each.
- Yashashv Samtani was felicitated with a garland, medal, and a cheque worth ₹2,000.
In addition, other SAT 2025 achievers, Advit Dhaon, Kartavya Dwivedi, Sanchi Arora, Apoorv Agarwal, Reet Miglani, Parnika Shukla, Misbah Khursheed, Manas Joshi, and Marutey Mani, were honoured with garlands, medals, and books, celebrating their dedication and hard work.
Prof. Geeta Gandhi Kingdon (CMS Manager), Ms Susmita Ghose (Superior Principal and Head—Quality Assurance and Innovations), and Mrs Sushama Rajkumar (Dean, Cambridge Campuses) also felicitated the educators and principals of the exemplars, recognising them as the exceptional pillars of support.
The ceremony was a jubilant tribute to effort, excellence, and academic finesse.
Understanding SAT 2025: A Global Benchmark
The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is a standardised examination widely recognised and accepted by universities, primarily in the United States. However, its credibility and acceptance span across the UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Germany, and many other countries. It enables admissions committees to assess a student’s readiness for college-level academic rigour.
The SAT evaluates Reading & Writing and Mathematics. Now conducted digitally, it adapts to a student’s skill level, offering a more personalised and efficient testing experience. With no negative marking and a total score ranging from 400 to 1600, it rewards accuracy and encourages confident attempts.
The exam assesses essential skills: critical reading, precise writing, and logical mathematical reasoning. These form the cornerstone of undergraduate success. A strong SAT score levels the playing field for students from varied educational backgrounds and often opens doors to valuable scholarship opportunities.
The CMS Advantage: Preparing Students for a Global Future
At CMS, academic excellence is the outcome of visionary leadership, meticulous preparation, and unwavering support. Our Career Counselling Cell plays a vital role in this journey. It offers comprehensive guidance on exam readiness, university shortlisting, application strategy, and scholarship planning.
Furthermore, CMS is a registered SAT Test Centre, ensuring that our students benefit from convenience, familiarity, and expert mentoring. This strategic advantage empowers them to stay focused, confident, and ambitious.
Success Stories That Inspire
Adding to this celebratory note, we are delighted to share that Pari Agarwal, a student of CMS Gomti Nagar Extension, has been awarded a US$96,000 scholarship by Illinois College, USA, for undergraduate studies. Pari attributes her success to the unwavering support of her teachers and the intellectually enriching atmosphere at CMS.
Till now, over 90 CMS students have received admission offers with scholarships to prestigious universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, and Germany. Each offer is a milestone that reflects CMS’s mission to nurture global citizens and thought leaders.
From Lucknow to the World: The Journey Begins Here
CMS remains steadfast in its belief that education must empower, enlighten, and elevate. The achievements of our SAT 2025 exemplars are a glorious testament to that belief. As our exemplars take their first steps into world universities, we cheer them on, with pride in our hearts and hope in our eyes.
