Grade Scale Calculator
Convert a percentage into letter grade and GPA points.
Grade Scale Inputs
Enter a percentage and choose the GPA point scale to compare against.
The course, test, or assignment percentage.
Match your school transcript.
Scale Note
Letter-grade thresholds are not universal.
This page uses a common plus/minus scale. Use your official syllabus, school, or transcript policy when it differs.
Your Grade Scale Result
Letter grade, GPA points, and next threshold.
Scale Breakdown
Common Letter Grade Scale
Reference thresholds used by FigCalc education calculators.
How The Grade Scale Calculator Works
The score is compared to common plus/minus thresholds.
Compare percentage
The entered percentage is matched to the highest letter-grade threshold it reaches.
Map GPA points
The selected GPA scale converts the letter grade into GPA points for quick transcript planning.
Find next threshold
When a higher letter grade is still possible, the next threshold and percentage points needed are shown.
Grade Scale Calculator FAQ
Common questions about letter grades, GPA points, and school-specific scales.
How is the letter grade selected?
The calculator compares the percentage against a common plus/minus grade scale, where A+ starts at 97%, A starts at 93%, and D- starts at 60%.
What is the difference between 4.0 and 4.3 GPA scales?
On a standard 4.0 scale, A+ and A both count as 4.0. On a 4.3 scale, A+ counts as 4.3 while the rest of the scale stays the same.
Should I use this exact scale for my class?
Use your teacher, school, or transcript policy when it differs. This page uses a common reference scale for quick planning.