Can earned points exceed possible points?
Yes. This may represent extra credit and produces a score above 100%.
Grade Calculator
Calculate a percentage grade from points earned and points possible.
Calculations happen locally. We do not send your values to our server.
Example
85 points out of 100 is 85%, shown as a B under the default 90/80/70/60 scale.
Calculation method
Percentage equals earned points ÷ possible points × 100. The displayed letter uses a simple US-style threshold scale.
Important notes
Schools and instructors may use different letter boundaries, weighting, extra credit, or rounding.
Frequently asked questions
Is the letter grade universal?
No. Only the percentage is universal; grading scales vary.
Does this calculate a weighted course grade?
No. It evaluates one earned/possible point total.