17 out of 20 as a percentage
17 out of 20 is 85%, a B on the standard grading scale. Passing at both 60% and 70%.
How it's calculated: 17 ÷ 20 = 0.85, and 0.85 × 100 = 85%.
17/20 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 17/20
Is 17 out of 20 a good grade?
Yes. It's a B (85%): above average on most US scales and a passing grade everywhere. 18 out of 20 (90%) would make it an A−.
Is 17 out of 20 passing?
Yes. 85% passes at both 60% (the usual D− cutoff) and 70% (the C cutoff many colleges use for pass/fail and major courses).
What is 17/20 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, a B (85%) is worth 3.0 grade points. If your school doesn't use + and − grades, it's a B, worth 3.0. See the full GPA scale.
How much will a 17/20 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 85% takes you to 89.5% (down 0.5 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 89%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.