4 out of 5 as a percentage
4 out of 5 is 80%, a B− on the standard grading scale. Passing at both 60% and 70%.
How it's calculated: 4 ÷ 5 = 0.8, and 0.8 × 100 = 80%.
4/5 on other grading scales
Compare the scalesGrading chart for a 5-question test
Every possible score on a 5-question test, by number wrong. Teachers: open it in the EZ grader to print it.
Questions about 4/5
Is 4 out of 5 a good grade?
Yes. It's a B− (80%): above average on most US scales and a passing grade everywhere. 5 out of 5 (100%) would make it an A+.
Is 4 out of 5 passing?
Yes. 80% passes at both 60% (the usual D− cutoff) and 70% (the C cutoff many colleges use for pass/fail and major courses).
What is 4/5 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, a B− (80%) is worth 2.7 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 4/5 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 80% takes you to 89% (down 1 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 88%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.