I never took those stupid tests.
Heck i don't even have a HS or GED.... i have 6 years worth of college credits without a degree (got board and learned almost nothing so kept changing classes trying to find something fun that i couldn't learn for free online)
Depending on the line of work, entry level pay may be higher with degrees, and higher test scores, but having experience trumps all else!
My base pay is 42k/yr, but after stock options and bonus around 65k, and after OT and DT, somewhere between 75-100k/yr.
Started off 12/hr 6 years later about 22/hr, same job title and role.
A family member had great SATs scores, a 4.0 GPA in college with a BA. Started off making 13/hr.... now 6 years later, she is up to about 25/hr. She gets no OT, DT, or perks.