How to Calculate Your Grade After a Test?

Written by Auhona Islam

Reviewed by Md. Ashakul Islam Sowad

Last Updated: 19 September 2024

Calculating your grade after a test can be straightforward with the right tools. The Quiz Grade Calculator simplifies this process by allowing you to input your total number of questions and the number of wrong answers to quickly determine your percentage grade and corresponding letter grade. Here’s a step-by-step guide to using this calculator:

Step 1. Access the Quiz Grade Calculator

Navigate to the Quiz Grade Calculator page. You will see sections to input the total number of questions and the number of wrong answers.

Step 2. Enter Total Questions & Wrong Answers

In the "Total Questions" field, enter the total number of questions on your test. In the "Wrong Answers" field, enter the number of questions you answered incorrectly.


Enter necessary informations.

Step 3. Check Your Grade

Click the "Percentage" button to calculate your percentage grade. The calculator will automatically compute the percentage based on the number of correct answers divided by the total number of questions.


Check the calculated grade.

Step 4. View Easy Grading Chart

The "Easy Grading Chart" displays a quick reference for common wrong answer counts and their corresponding percentage grades. This can help you quickly see how different numbers of wrong answers affect your grade.


Check the 'Easy Quizing Grading Chart'.

Step 5. Get & Share Your Grade Sheet

After calculating your grade, you can print or share the result using the buttons at the bottom of the page.


Click on "Get Your Grade Sheet" to genereate report card.

Example Calculation

Let's consider a scenario where you took a test consisting of 20 questions and got 4 wrong answers. 

Therefore, the number of correct answers:

Correct Answers = X-Y = 20-4 = 16

Now, the percentage grades,

Grade = (X-Y)/X×100% = (1620)×100% = 80%

Calculate Grade: Based on the grading scale, 80% corresponds to a B-.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can efficiently calculate and understand your test grade using the Quiz Grade Calculator. This tool provides a quick and accurate way to assess your performance and helps you stay informed about your academic progress.




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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How accurate is the Quiz Grade Calculator?

The calculator provides accurate results based on the input data. Ensure you enter the correct total number of questions and wrong answers for precise calculations.


Can I use this calculator for tests with different grading scales?

Yes, you can customize the grading scale by clicking "Customize Table" to match your institution's grading system.


What if my test allows partial credit?

This calculator works best for tests with binary scoring (right or wrong). For tests with partial credit, you may need to adjust the calculation manually.



Can I calculate my grade if I want to include decimals?

Yes, you can check the "Show Decimals" option to include decimal points in your percentage calculation.


How do I interpret my percentage grade?

Refer to the provided grading scale. For example, a percentage grade of 80% corresponds to a B-.


Can I use this calculator for multiple tests?

Yes, simply reset the fields and enter new data for each test to calculate grades for multiple assessments.



What if my grading system is not listed?

You can customize the grading system by selecting "Customize Table" to fit your specific grading criteria.