1. What is the ACT Score Calculation?

The ACT score calculation converts your raw score (number of correct answers) into a scaled score between 1 and 36. This standardized scoring allows comparison across different test versions and dates.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the ACT scoring formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Raw Score} \) — Number of correct answers
• \( \text{Total Questions} \) — Total number of questions in the test section

Explanation: This formula gives you an estimated scaled score. The actual ACT uses a more complex equating process to account for slight differences in test difficulty.

3. Importance of ACT Scoring

Details: Your ACT composite score (average of four section scores) is crucial for college admissions, scholarships, and placement in college courses.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your raw score (number correct) and the total number of questions in the section. The calculator will estimate your scaled ACT score (1-36).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is this calculator accurate for all ACT sections?
A: This provides an estimate. The actual ACT uses slightly different curves for English, Math, Reading, and Science sections.

Q2: What's a good ACT score?
A: The average ACT score is about 21. Scores of 30+ are considered excellent and in the top 10% of test-takers.

Q3: How is the composite score calculated?
A: The composite is the average of your four section scores (English, Math, Reading, Science), rounded to the nearest whole number.

Q4: Does the ACT penalize for wrong answers?
A: No, the ACT only counts correct answers. You should never leave questions blank.

Q5: How often can I take the ACT?
A: You can take the ACT up to 12 times total, with a maximum of 7 times through national testing.