Grading Scale for 30 Questions — Free Teacher Tool

Grading Scale for 30 Questions

Instantly convert test scores to percentages and letter grades for teachers and students

30
Total Questions
3.33%
Each Question Worth
60%
Passing Score
18
Questions to Pass

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Your Score
100%
Grade: A (Pass)
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Complete Grading Chart

Wrong Correct Percentage Grade Status
0 30 100.0% A Pass
1 29 96.67% A Pass
2 28 93.33% A Pass
3 27 90.0% A Pass
4 26 86.67% B Pass
5 25 83.33% B Pass
6 24 80.0% B Pass
7 23 76.67% C Pass
8 22 73.33% C Pass
9 21 70.0% C Pass
10 20 66.67% D Pass
11 19 63.33% D Pass
12 18 60.0% D Pass
13 17 56.67% F Fail
14 16 53.33% F Fail
15 15 50.0% F Fail
16 14 46.67% F Fail
17 13 43.33% F Fail
18 12 40.0% F Fail
19 11 36.67% F Fail
20 10 33.33% F Fail
21 9 30.0% F Fail
22 8 26.67% F Fail
23 7 23.33% F Fail
24 6 20.0% F Fail
25 5 16.67% F Fail
26 4 13.33% F Fail
27 3 10.0% F Fail
28 2 6.67% F Fail
29 1 3.33% F Fail
30 0 0.0% F Fail

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How to Grade a 30-Question Test

Grading a 30-question test is straightforward once you know the formula. Divide the number of correct answers by 30, then multiply by 100 to get the percentage. Then match that percentage to the grading scale.

The Formula

(Correct Answers ÷ 30) × 100 = Percentage

Then use the grading scale: A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, D = 60-69%, F = 0-59%

Worked Example

Isabella’s chapter exam: Isabella got 26 correct out of 30. Their score is (26 ÷ 30) × 100 = 85%. That’s a B (solid performance).

⚠️ Common Mistake: rounding percentages differently than the teacher expects. Always divide correct answers by the total number of questions first, then convert to a percentage.

What Each Question Is Worth on a 30-Question Test

On a 30-question test, each question is worth exactly 3.33% of your grade. This means every single question matters.

Understanding per-question value helps you make quick estimates. If you miss one question, subtract 3.33% from 100% to get your score. Missing two questions? Subtract 6.66% from your total.

💡 Pro Tip: 30-question tests are common in AP and college prep courses

To reach a passing grade (60%), you need to get at least 18 questions correct out of 30. Use our test grade calculator to explore what-if scenarios, or check the grading scale calculator for other test lengths. If you need to work backward from a target grade, try our grade calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 96.67% on a 30-question test?
If you get one question wrong on a 30-question test, your score is 96.67%. Each question on this test is worth 3.33% of your grade. This A grade means you answered 29 questions correctly.
How many questions can I miss and still pass a 30-question test?
To pass a 30-question test (assuming 60% is passing), you can miss up to 12 questions and still pass. That means you need to get at least 18 correct. Any more wrong answers will drop you below a passing grade.
What letter grade is 75% out of 30?
A score of 75% on a 30-question test is a C (C range). This means you got approximately 22 questions correct. The exact number of correct answers needed depends on how your teacher rounds percentages.
How do you calculate a test grade for 30 questions?
Divide the number of questions you got right by 30, then multiply by 100. For example, if you got 24 questions correct: (24 ÷ 30) × 100 = 80%. Use our grading scale chart above to see what letter grade this percentage equals.
What is the grading scale for a 30-question quiz?
The standard grading scale for any test is: A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, D = 60-69%, F = 0-59%. On a 30-question test, this translates to specific numbers of correct answers. See the full grading table above for the exact breakdown of how many questions you need correct for each grade.