ACT Score Calculator
How It Works
Enter your ACT section scores (English, Math, Reading, and Science) between 1 and 36. The calculator adds your scores, divides by 4, and gives you your composite ACT score. A score above 24 is generally considered above average.
FAQs
What is the ACT composite score?
The ACT composite score is the average of your four section scores: English, Math, Reading, and Science.
What is the highest ACT score?
The maximum ACT composite score is 36.
What score is considered good?
A composite score of 24 or above is considered above average and competitive for many colleges.
Does the ACT have a writing section?
Yes, the ACT has an optional writing section, but it is scored separately and not included in the composite score.
How can I improve my ACT score?
Practice regularly, take timed practice tests, and review weak subject areas to improve your score.
🎓 ACT Score Calculator
Use our free ACT Score Calculator to estimate your final composite score by entering your raw scores for each section. Whether you’re preparing for college admissions or just took a practice test, this tool helps you instantly convert raw scores into the ACT scale.
📘 What is the ACT?
The ACT (American College Testing) is a standardized exam used for college admissions in the United States. It tests students in four academic areas:
English
Mathematics
Reading
Science
Each section is scored on a scale of 1 to 36, and the composite score is the average of these four scores.
🧮 How Does the ACT Score Calculator Work?
This ACT Score Calculator is designed to:
Convert raw scores into scaled ACT scores
Calculate your composite score
Provide an easy breakdown of each section
Raw scores are simply the number of questions you got right. There is no penalty for wrong answers, so your raw score reflects correct answers only.
Our calculator uses the official ACT conversion tables to estimate scaled scores.
📝 How to Use the ACT Score Calculator
Follow these steps:
Enter your raw scores for:
English (0–75)
Math (0–60)
Reading (0–40)
Science (0–40)
Click “Calculate”
Instantly view your:
Scaled score for each section
Composite ACT score (average of the four)
📊 ACT Score Breakdown
Section | Number of Questions | Score Range |
|---|---|---|
English | 75 questions | 1–36 |
Math | 60 questions | 1–36 |
Reading | 40 questions | 1–36 |
Science | 40 questions | 1–36 |
Your composite score is the average of these four, rounded to the nearest whole number.
🎯 Why Use an ACT Score Calculator?
Many students find it hard to estimate their ACT performance from raw scores alone. Here’s why our calculator is useful:
✅ Helps predict your official ACT score
✅ Useful after taking practice tests
✅ Saves time — no manual conversion needed
✅ Great for goal setting and test prep tracking
📈 ACT Scoring Example
Let’s say your raw scores are:
English: 60
Math: 45
Reading: 30
Science: 32
Using ACT conversion data, your scaled scores might look like:
English: 30
Math: 29
Reading: 28
Science: 27
Your composite score is:
(30 + 29 + 28 + 27) ÷ 4 = 28.5 → rounded to 29
So your estimated ACT score is 29.
🏫 What is a Good ACT Score?
A “good” ACT score depends on your college goals. Here’s a general guide:
ACT Score | Performance Level |
|---|---|
34–36 | Ivy League Level |
30–33 | Very Competitive Colleges |
25–29 | Above Average |
20–24 | National Average |
Below 20 | Below Average |
For example, top universities like Harvard or Stanford often look for scores in the 33–36 range. But many great colleges accept students with scores in the 24–30 range too.
🎓 ACT vs. SAT
Students often ask whether to take the ACT or SAT. Both are accepted by U.S. colleges, but they differ slightly:
ACT includes a science section
ACT Math allows a calculator throughout
ACT is generally faster-paced
If you’re strong in science or work well under time pressure, the ACT may be the better choice.
🔁 Can I Retake the ACT?
Yes! You can take the ACT up to 12 times, but most students take it 2–3 times.
You can also use supers coring, where colleges combine your best scores from different test dates.
Use our ACT Score Calculator after each practice or official test to track improvement and set goals for retakes.
📌 Final Tips for Improving Your ACT Score
Practice with official ACT tests
Focus on your weakest sections
Work on timing and pacing
Learn to eliminate wrong answers
Review mistakes to avoid repeat errors
🧠 Start Calculating Your ACT Score Now
Our ACT Score Calculator makes it easy to track your performance and get immediate feedback. Just enter your raw scores and see your predicted result!
Whether you’re a student preparing for college or a tutor helping others, this free tool helps take the guesswork out of ACT prep.