12 out of 20 as a percentage
12 out of 20 is 60%, a D− on the standard grading scale. Passing at 60%, but not where 70% is needed.
How it's calculated: 12 ÷ 20 = 0.6, and 0.6 × 100 = 60%.
12/20 on other grading scales
Compare the scalesGrading chart for a 20-question test
Every possible score on a 20-question test, by number wrong. Teachers: open it in the EZ grader to print it.
Questions about 12/20
Is 12 out of 20 a good grade?
It's a D− (60%). That passes where the cutoff is 60%, but not in classes that need a C (70%). You'd need 14 out of 20 for a C−.
Is 12 out of 20 passing?
At a 60% pass mark, yes: it's a D−. Where you need 70%, it isn't: that takes 14 out of 20.
What is 12/20 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, a D− (60%) is worth 0.7 grade points. If your school doesn't use + and − grades, it's a D, worth 1.0. See the full GPA scale.
How much will a 12/20 affect my grade?
It depends on how much the test counts. If it's 10% of your grade and you have a 90% now, a 60% takes you to 87% (down 3 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 84%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.