Tests & Quizzes

Test Grade Calculator

Score tests, exams, and quizzes easily by either question count or total points.

Calculated Result
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Enter your scores and click Calculate
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Quick Reference

Test Grading Chart

Grades for each number of missed questions on this test:

Missed (−)Correct AnswersPercentageLetter Grade
Grading System

Common U.S. Grading Scale

Note: Grading scales vary by school and college. This calculator uses a common U.S. grading scale by default, with an option to switch to a plus/minus scale.

A 90 – 100%
B 80 – 89.99%
C 70 – 79.99%
D 60 – 69.99%
F Below 60%
AEO Definition

What is a Test Grade Calculator?

A test grade calculator (also recognized as an easy grader) is a fast academic evaluation utility that calculates percentage scores and letter grades for tests, quizzes, and exams. By inputting either the total number of questions and wrong answers, or points earned out of total points, it instantly generates an accurate score and a complete easy grader grading table.

Test Percentage Formula

Calculating a test grade involves dividing correct answers by the total questions and multiplying by 100:

Test Grade (%) = [(Total Questions − Wrong Answers) ÷ Total Questions] × 100

For points-based exams: Test Grade (%) = (Points Earned ÷ Total Points Possible) × 100.

Numerical Demonstration:

Test SizeQuestions MissedQuestions CorrectCalculated ScoreLetter Grade
25 Questions2 Wrong23 / 25(23 ÷ 25) × 100 = 92.0%A
40 Questions5 Wrong35 / 40(35 ÷ 40) × 100 = 87.5%B+
50 Questions11 Wrong39 / 50(39 ÷ 50) × 100 = 78.0%C+
100 Questions18 Wrong82 / 100(82 ÷ 100) × 100 = 82.0%B−

How to Grade Tests with an Easy Grader

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Choose Scoring Mode

Select between Number of Questions (for multiple choice/short answer) or Total Points.

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Input Assessment Size

Enter total questions on the exam (e.g., 35 questions) or total points possible (e.g., 150 pts).

3

Enter Mistakes or Points

Type the number of incorrect answers or points deducted to compute the immediate result.

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Reference Full Grader Chart

Scroll down to the generated Easy Grader chart to grade the rest of your class papers in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions About Test Scoring

How do you calculate a test grade percentage?▾
To calculate a test grade percentage, divide the number of correct questions by the total number of questions, then multiply by 100: Grade = (Questions Correct ÷ Total Questions) × 100. If 4 questions are missed on a 50-question exam, 46 ÷ 50 × 100 = 92% (A).
What is an easy grader chart?▾
An easy grader chart is a quick-reference grading table that lists every possible number of wrong answers alongside corresponding percentage scores and letter grades. It allows teachers and educators to grade paper tests rapidly without recalculating each paper individually.
How many questions can you miss to still pass a test?▾
On a standard 70% passing threshold, multiply the total questions by 0.30 to find the maximum allowed mistakes. For a 40-question test, 40 × 0.30 = 12 maximum wrong answers (requiring at least 28 correct answers to achieve 70%).
How do you calculate a test score with bonus questions?▾
To calculate a test grade with extra credit or bonus points, add the bonus points earned to your total correct points before dividing by the base points possible: Score = (Points Earned + Bonus Points) ÷ Total Base Points × 100. This can result in scores exceeding 100%.