Free grading calculator for tests, assignments, weighted grades and finals

Grading Calculator 2026: Raw Score, Scale & Final Grade

Use this grading calculator to convert wrong answers, raw points, weighted categories, or a final exam target into a percentage and letter grade. It includes an EZ grader chart, formulas, examples, and copy/print tools.

Quick answer: grade percentage = points earned divided by points possible, multiplied by 100. For an EZ grader, subtract wrong answers from total questions first. Example: 18 correct out of 20 = 90%, which is A- on the standard scale.

Free Grading Calculator

Choose wrong answers, points grade, weighted grade, or final grade needed. The calculator returns the percentage, letter grade, formula, and breakdown using your selected grading scale.

Mode Use it for Example input
Wrong answersEZ grader chart and paper tests20 questions, 2 wrong
Points gradeRaw score to percentage and letter grade43 out of 50
Weighted gradeHomework, quizzes, projects and exams92% at 30%, 85% at 20%, 88% at 50%
Final grade neededTarget course grade planning86 current, 20% final, 90 target

EZ Grader: Calculate a Grade from Wrong Answers

Enter the total number of questions and how many were wrong. This is the fastest way to grade paper tests, quizzes, worksheets, and multiple-choice assignments.

Example: 20, 25, 50 or 100.
Decimals work for half-credit, such as 1.5 wrong.

Test Grade Calculator from Points

Use this mode when you know the points earned and total points possible.

Weighted Grade Calculator

Add each course category, the score earned in that category, and the category weight. The calculator normalizes weights if they do not add to exactly 100%.

Final Grade Calculator: What Score Do I Need?

Enter your current course grade, how much the final exam is worth, and your target course grade. The result shows the final exam score needed.

EZ Grader Chart for 20 Questions

The highlighted row matches the current wrong-answer entry.

Wrong Correct Percent Letter Grade
020100%A+
Grade from wrong answers Best for teachers grading quizzes, tests and worksheets.
Grade from points Use points earned and total points to calculate a test score.
Weighted grade Combine homework, quizzes, exams and projects by percentage weight.
Final exam calculator Calculate what you need on the final to reach your target grade.

Grading Calculator Formulas

Quick answer: To calculate a grade, divide the score earned by the total possible score, then multiply by 100. If you know wrong answers, subtract wrong answers from total questions first.

Grade from correct answers

Grade percentage = (Correct answers ÷ Total questions) × 100

Example: 18 correct out of 20 = 18 ÷ 20 × 100 = 90%.

Grade from wrong answers

Grade percentage = ((Total questions − Wrong answers) ÷ Total questions) × 100

Example: 2 wrong out of 20 means 18 correct, so the grade is 90%.

Grade from points earned

Grade percentage = (Points earned ÷ Total points possible) × 100

Example: 43 points earned out of 50 = 43 ÷ 50 × 100 = 86%.

Weighted grade formula

Weighted grade = Σ(Category score × Category weight) ÷ Σ(Category weights)

Example: homework 92% at 30%, quizzes 85% at 20%, exams 88% at 50% gives 88.6%.

Final grade needed formula

Needed final score = (Target grade − Current grade × (1 − Final weight)) ÷ Final weight

Use final weight as a decimal. A 20% final exam weight is 0.20.

Worked Grading Examples

What grade is 2 wrong out of 20?

20 total questions − 2 wrong = 18 correct. 18 ÷ 20 × 100 = 90%, which is usually an A- on the standard scale.

What grade is 5 wrong out of 25?

25 total questions − 5 wrong = 20 correct. 20 ÷ 25 × 100 = 80%, which is usually a B- on the standard scale.

What grade is 43 out of 50?

43 ÷ 50 × 100 = 86%. On the standard scale, 86% is usually a B.

What do I need on the final?

If your current grade is 86%, the final is worth 20%, and you want 90% overall, you need 106% on the final, so the target is not realistic without extra credit.

Common Grading Scale Charts

Schools and teachers use different grading policies. Always follow your class syllabus, school handbook, or teacher's official grading scale.

Standard A+ to F grading scale

Letter Grade Percentage Range Common Meaning
A+97–100%Outstanding
A93–96%Excellent
A-90–92%Very good
B+87–89%Good plus
B83–86%Good
B-80–82%Above average
C+77–79%Average plus
C73–76%Average
C-70–72%Below average
D+67–69%Poor plus
D63–66%Poor
D-60–62%Minimum pass
F0–59%Fail

Simple 90/80/70/60 grading scale

Letter Grade Percentage Range Common Meaning
A90–100%Excellent
B80–89%Good
C70–79%Average
D60–69%Passing
F0–59%Failing

UAE-style percentage grading scale

Letter Grade Percentage Range Description
A+90–100%Excellent
A85–89%Very good
B+80–84%Good
B75–79%Above average
C+70–74%Average
C65–69%Satisfactory
D+60–64%Pass
D50–59%Minimum pass
F0–49%Fail
Important: Letter grades are not universal. Use this calculator for fast estimates, then confirm the final grade against your teacher's, school district's, university's, or examination board's grading policy.

How to Use This Grade Calculator

  1. Select the calculation mode: use wrong answers, points grade, weighted grade, or final grade needed.
  2. Enter your numbers: add the total, wrong answers, points, category weights, or final exam weight.
  3. Choose the grading scale: standard A+ to F, simple 90/80/70/60, UAE-style, pass/fail, or percentage only.
  4. Click Calculate Grade: the calculator shows your percentage, letter grade, formula, and breakdown.
  5. Use the chart: teachers can print or copy the EZ grader chart for the selected test size.
Teacher tip: Set the total number of questions once, then change only the wrong answers field for each paper. The highlighted chart row updates automatically.

Grading Calculator FAQs

How do I calculate my grade?
Divide the score earned by the total possible score, then multiply by 100. For example, 45 out of 50 is 45 divided by 50 times 100, which equals 90%. Use the calculator above to also see the letter grade and formula.
How do I calculate a grade from wrong answers?
Subtract the wrong answers from the total number of questions to get correct answers. Then divide correct answers by total questions and multiply by 100. For example, 2 wrong out of 20 means 18 correct, so the grade is 90%.
What is an EZ grader?
An EZ grader is a chart or calculator that converts total questions and wrong answers into a percentage and letter grade. Teachers use it to grade tests quickly without manually recalculating each score.
What grade is 2 wrong out of 20?
2 wrong out of 20 means 18 correct out of 20. The calculation is 18 divided by 20 times 100, which equals 90%. On the standard A+ to F scale in this calculator, 90% is an A-.
What grade is 5 wrong out of 25?
5 wrong out of 25 means 20 correct. The calculation is 20 divided by 25 times 100, which equals 80%. On the standard scale in this calculator, 80% is usually a B-.
Can this grading calculator handle partial credit?
Yes. The wrong-answer and point fields accept decimals, so you can enter half credit or partial credit such as 0.5 wrong, 1.5 points lost, 87.25 points earned, or 92.5%.
How do I calculate a weighted grade?
Multiply each category score by its category weight, add the weighted scores, then divide by the total weight. The weighted grade mode normalizes category weights automatically if they do not add to exactly 100%.
How do I know what I need on my final exam?
Use the final grade mode. Enter your current grade, the final exam weight, and your target course grade. The calculator returns the score you need on the final and warns when the target is unrealistic.
Which grading scale should I choose?
Choose the grading scale used by your teacher, school, district, university, or exam board. If you only need the raw percentage, choose percentage only so the calculator does not attach a letter grade.
Is the letter grade always official?
No. The percentage calculation is arithmetic, but letter grades depend on local grading policies. Use the letter grade as an estimate and confirm the official scale in your syllabus, school handbook, or teacher's grading policy.

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Methodology and Accuracy Notes

This calculator uses standard arithmetic formulas for percentages, weighted averages, and final grade targets. It is intended for fast grade estimates. Official report-card grades should always follow the grading policy set by the teacher, school, university, or examination board.

For nearby workflows, use the percentage of marks calculator for marksheet percentages, the K-12 grade calculator for school grading, or the GPA calculator for course GPA.