Classic ACT score estimate
Illustrative estimate for older four-section practice tests. For an official result, use the scoring key for your exact test form. The current ACT Composite excludes Science.
Estimated ACT composite score
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English (0–75)
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Mathematics (0–60)
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Reading (0–40)
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Science (0–40)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about ACT scoring, raw scores, scaled scores, and how the composite is calculated.
How does the ACT scoring work?
This calculator uses the classic ACT format with English, Mathematics, Reading and Science. Each section is scaled from 1 to 36, and this legacy Composite averages all four. The enhanced ACT uses English, math and reading for its Composite instead.
What is a raw score on the ACT?
Your raw score is the number of questions you answered correctly in each section. The ACT does not penalize wrong answers, so your raw score equals the number of correct answers.
How is a raw score converted to a scaled score?
Raw-to-scaled conversion depends on the test form. The illustrative tables here are not an official scoring key and cannot determine an official ACT score. Use ACT’s key for the practice test you took.
What is the ACT composite score?
In the classic four-section model used here, the Composite is the rounded average of English, Mathematics, Reading and Science scores on the 1–36 scale. For the enhanced ACT, Science is not included in the Composite.
Which ACT question counts does this calculator use?
This calculator uses the classic counts: 75 English, 60 Mathematics, 40 Reading and 40 Science questions. Enhanced ACT formats have different question counts; use the official scoring key for your actual practice test.
What is considered a good ACT score?
A useful target depends on the current score ranges at your chosen colleges. Compare official admissions data and the requirements for scholarships or placement rather than relying on one universal cutoff.
Does the ACT penalize wrong answers?
No. The ACT does not deduct points for wrong answers, so it is always worth answering every question even if you are unsure.
How can Testopia help me prepare for the ACT?
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