LSAT Score Calculator

Q: What is the difference between a raw score and a scaled score?

A raw score is simply the number of questions you got right. A scaled score is the official score between 120 and 180 that law schools see. The raw score gets converted to a scaled score using a scoring curve that adjusts for how hard or easy a particular test was.

Q: Is there a penalty for guessing on the LSAT?

No. There is no penalty for guessing on the LSAT. Only correct answers count, and wrong answers do not subtract from your score. 1 You should always answer every question, even if you have to guess.

Q: How many questions can I get wrong and still score a 160?

On most LSAT forms, you need to answer roughly 75 to 78 questions correctly out of about 101 to score a 160. That means you can miss around 23 to 26 questions . The exact number depends on the difficulty of the specific test.

Q: What is the lowest possible LSAT score?

The lowest possible LSAT score is 120 . The highest is 180 . Even if you answer every question wrong, your scaled score will be 120. The scoring scale does not go below this number.

LSAT Score Calculator

Introduction

The LSAT Score Calculator helps you figure out your LSAT score quickly and easily. The LSAT, or Law School Admission Test, is one of the most important tests you will take if you want to go to law school. Your LSAT score plays a big role in which law schools you can get into. The test is scored on a scale from 120 to 180, and each point can make a real difference in your admissions chances.¹ Use this calculator to convert your raw score (the number of questions you answered correctly) into your estimated scaled LSAT score. This is a great way to track your progress as you study and set score goals for test day.

How to Use Our LSAT Score Calculator

Enter the number of questions you answered correctly on your LSAT practice test, and this calculator will estimate your scaled LSAT score on the 120–180 scale.

PrepTest: Pick the official PrepTest you took (PrepTests 71 to 89, given from December 2013 to November 2019) or the average of all of them. Each PrepTest has its own conversion chart, and the Sample Size menu can average several charts.

Number of Questions Answered Correctly (Raw Score): Enter the number of questions you got right on the scored sections. Do not count the unscored section.

Wrong Answers and Scaled Score: You can also type the number of questions you got wrong, or a scaled score you want, and the other boxes update. The number of scored questions comes from the PrepTest you picked.

Your Estimated LSAT Score: After you enter your raw score, the calculator will convert your results into an estimated scaled score between 120 and 180. Keep in mind that each LSAT administration has a slightly different scoring curve, so this estimate may vary by a point or two from an official score.

Understanding LSAT Scores

The LSAT (Law School Admission Test) is the main exam used by law schools in the United States and Canada to evaluate applicants. Your performance on this test plays a huge role in which law schools you can get into, and understanding how LSAT scoring works is the first step to setting smart goals for your preparation.

How LSAT Scoring Works

The LSAT uses two types of scores: a raw score and a scaled score. Your raw score is simply the total number of questions you answer correctly out of all scored questions on the test, which was about 99 to 102 questions on PrepTests 71 to 89. Since the August 2024 LSAT, the multiple-choice test has two scored Logical Reasoning sections and one scored Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored section.² There is no deduction for incorrect answers, so you should always guess if you are unsure.¹ Your raw score is then converted into a scaled score that falls between 120 and 180.¹ This scaled score is what law schools see on your application.

The Scoring Curve

The conversion from raw score to scaled score is not a straight line. The LSAT uses a unique scoring curve for each test administration, which adjusts for small differences in difficulty between tests. This means getting 65 questions right on one test might give you a 153, while getting 65 right on a slightly easier test might only give you a 152. The curve ensures that a score of 160, for example, means roughly the same thing no matter which test date you took. This is why looking at specific PrepTest curves or an aggregate average can help you plan more accurately.

Percentile Rankings

Every scaled score also comes with a percentile rank, which reflects the percentage of test takers whose scores were lower than yours during the previous three testing years.¹ In this calculator's percentile table, a score around 153 to 154 sits near the 50th percentile, a 160 is at about the 74th, and a 170 at about the 96th. Because the scoring curve is steepest in the middle range, each additional point near the top of the scale requires significantly more correct answers than each point near the middle.

What Score Do You Need?

The score you should aim for depends entirely on which law schools you want to attend. Here is a general breakdown:

170–180: Top 14 law schools (Yale, Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, etc.)
165–169: Top 25 law schools (Georgetown, UCLA, Vanderbilt, etc.)
160–164: Strong regional schools and top 50 programs
155–159: Many solid, accredited law schools
150–154: Average range; accepted at many ABA-accredited schools
Below 150: Options become more limited; retaking the test is often recommended

Key Facts About the LSAT

Since the August 2024 LSAT, the multiple-choice test has two scored Logical Reasoning sections and one scored Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored section of either type. The Analytical Reasoning (logic games) section that the older PrepTests include is no longer part of the test. The multiple-choice portion includes three scored sections and one unscored section, and LSAT Argumentative Writing is an unscored writing sample.³ On average, people who take the test a second time in the same testing year raise their score 2 to 3 points.⁵ You can take the LSAT five times within the current reportable score period (since July 2021) and seven times over your lifetime.⁴ LSAC advises law schools that your average score is the best predictor of your ability, but some schools place more weight on your highest score.⁵

Keep in mind that while your LSAT score is one of the most important parts of a law school application, admissions committees also look at your GPA, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and work experience. A strong LSAT score can help offset a lower GPA, and vice versa.

Understanding how percentages and standard deviations work can also deepen your understanding of where your LSAT score falls relative to the rest of the test-taking population.

Formulas used

Wrong Answers Allowed

W = Q_{\text{total}} - R

Percent Correct

\%\text{Correct} = \frac{R}{Q_{\text{total}}} \times 100

Aggregate Conversion Curve (Average across N tests)

S_{\text{agg}}(r) = \operatorname{round}\!\left(\frac{1}{N}\sum_{k=1}^{N} S_k(r)\right)

Score Distribution Approximation (Normal Density)

f(s) = 100 \cdot e^{-\frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{s - 151}{9.5}\right)^2}

Raw-to-Scaled Conversion (per PrepTest lookup)

S(r) = \max\!\bigl\{s \in [120,180] : r \ge r_{\min}(s)\bigr\}

Frequently asked questions

What is a good LSAT score?

A good LSAT score depends on the law schools you want to attend. A score of 160 or above is considered strong and puts you in roughly the top 25% of test takers. A score of 170+ puts you in range for the most selective schools, like Yale and Harvard. In this calculator's percentile table, the 50th percentile falls at about 153 to 154.

What is a raw score on the LSAT?

Your raw score is the total number of questions you answered correctly on the scored sections of the LSAT. There is no penalty for wrong answers, so every correct answer adds one point to your raw score.¹ This raw number is then converted to a scaled score between 120 and 180.

How many questions are on the LSAT?

Since the August 2024 LSAT, the multiple-choice test has two scored Logical Reasoning sections and one scored Reading Comprehension section, plus one unscored section.² The older PrepTests this calculator uses (PrepTests 71 to 89) had about 99 to 102 scored questions, including an Analytical Reasoning (logic games) section. The exact number varies from test to test.

What is the difference between a raw score and a scaled score?

A raw score is simply the number of questions you got right. A scaled score is the official score between 120 and 180 that law schools see. The raw score gets converted to a scaled score using a scoring curve that adjusts for how hard or easy a particular test was.

Why does the scoring curve change between tests?

Each LSAT has slightly different questions with different levels of difficulty. The scoring curve adjusts for this so that a scaled score of 160 means the same thing no matter which test you took. On a harder test, you can miss more questions and still get the same scaled score as on an easier test.

Is there a penalty for guessing on the LSAT?

No. There is no penalty for guessing on the LSAT. Only correct answers count, and wrong answers do not subtract from your score.¹ You should always answer every question, even if you have to guess.

What does percentile rank mean on the LSAT?

Your percentile rank tells you the percentage of test takers whose scores were lower than yours during the previous three testing years.¹ For example, if you are in the 75th percentile, you scored higher than 75% of people who took the test. It helps you see where you stand compared to other test takers.

What is a PrepTest?

A PrepTest is an officially released past LSAT exam. LSAC (the organization that makes the LSAT) publishes old tests so students can practice. Each PrepTest has its own scoring curve. This calculator lets you pick a specific PrepTest or use an average of multiple tests.

How many questions can I get wrong and still score a 160?

On most LSAT forms, you need to answer roughly 75 to 78 questions correctly out of about 101 to score a 160. That means you can miss around 23 to 26 questions. The exact number depends on the difficulty of the specific test.

What is the lowest possible LSAT score?

The lowest possible LSAT score is 120. The highest is 180. Even if you answer every question wrong, your scaled score will be 120. The scoring scale does not go below this number.

How do law schools use LSAT scores in admissions?

Law schools use your LSAT score as one of the main factors in admissions decisions. Each ABA-approved school's Standard 509 report lists the 25th, 50th (median) and 75th percentile LSAT scores of its first-year class.⁶ Scoring at or above a school's median gives you a strong chance of admission, while scoring below the 25th percentile makes it a reach.

What are reach, target, and safety schools?

A reach school is one where your score is below the 25th percentile of admitted students. A target school is where your score falls between the 25th and 75th percentiles. A safety school is where your score is above the 75th percentile. Applying to a mix of all three gives you the best chances.

Can I improve my LSAT score by retaking the test?

Often, yes. On average, people who take the test a second time in the same testing year raise their score 2 to 3 points, and some see no change or a drop.⁵ You can take the LSAT five times within the current reportable score period (since July 2021) and seven times over your lifetime.⁴ LSAC advises law schools that your average score is the best predictor, but some schools place more weight on your highest score.⁵

Sources

LSAT Scoring. Law School Admission Council. Accessed September 29, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions About the LSAT. Law School Admission Council. Accessed September 29, 2026.

Types of LSAT Questions. Law School Admission Council. Accessed September 29, 2026.

Limits on Repeating the Test. Law School Admission Council. Accessed September 29, 2026.

Retaking the LSAT. Law School Admission Council. Frequently Asked Questions. Accessed September 29, 2026.

Georgetown Law - 2025 Standard 509 Information Report. American Bar Association. 2025;p. 1, LSAT percentiles. Accessed September 29, 2026.

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