High SAT scores are "just a given" for admission to top schools

I agree with Michele Hernandez and Mimi Doe of Application Boot Camp:

As we joyfully watch our students’ early acceptances come in, those getting into top schools had high standardized test scores! That’s just a given. Then comes the leadership, going above and beyond, etc.

They may be biased, considering they are selling SAT tutoring services.  However, my own observations are consistent with their advice.