8 out of 12 as a percentage
8 out of 12 is 66.67%, a D on the standard grading scale. Passing at 60%, but not where 70% is needed.
How it's calculated: 8 ÷ 12 = 0.6667, and 0.6667 × 100 = 66.67%.
8/12 on other grading scales
Compare the scalesGrading chart for a 12-question test
Every possible score on a 12-question test, by number wrong. Teachers: open it in the EZ grader to print it.
Questions about 8/12
Is 8 out of 12 a good grade?
It's a D (66.67%). That passes where the cutoff is 60%, but not in classes that need a C (70%). You'd need 9 out of 12 for a C−.
Is 8 out of 12 passing?
At a 60% pass mark, yes: it's a D. Where you need 70%, it isn't: that takes 9 out of 12.
What is 8/12 as a GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, a D (66.67%) is worth 1.0 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 8/12 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 66.67% takes you to 87.67% (down 2.33 points). If it's worth 20%, you'd land at 85.33%. For a final exam, use the final grade calculator.