Test Grade Calculator

Earned ÷ possible → %. Click any i for detail.

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Score

Points earned
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Earned

What you got right.

Points possible
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Possible

Total points on the test.

Rounding
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Round

Display percent decimals.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter points you earned on the test.
  2. Enter total points possible.
  3. Pick how many decimals to show on the percent.
  4. Read percent and a common letter band.

Results explained

Percent is earned ÷ possible × 100. Letter grades use typical US cutoffs (90/80/70/60) but your syllabus may differ.

Quick reference: test scores

42 out of 50 is 84%.

ItemDetail
Percentearned / possible × 100
Typical A90–100%
Typical B80–89%
Partial creditenter earned points as the teacher scored them

Curved classes and +/- scales override these bands.

How the estimate is built

% = (earned / possible) × 100.

Example scenario

42 / 50 → 84% (often a B).

FAQ

Can the teacher curve?

This page does not curve. Enter adjusted points if your teacher publishes them.

How do semester grades combine tests?

Use weighted averages when categories have different weights.

What if possible is zero?

Division is undefined; enter a positive total.