Act Score Calculator 2025

ACT Score Calculation:

Composite Score = Average of English, Math, Reading, and Science scores

English Score:

(1-36)

Math Score:

(1-36)

Reading Score:

(1-36)

Science Score:

(1-36)

Composite ACT Score:

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1. What is the ACT Score Calculator?

The ACT Score Calculator helps students estimate their composite ACT score based on individual section scores. The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States, consisting of four sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard ACT scoring formula:

Composite Score = (English + Math + Reading + Science) ÷ 4

Where:

English Score — Score from English section (1-36)
Math Score — Score from Math section (1-36)
Reading Score — Score from Reading section (1-36)
Science Score — Score from Science section (1-36)

Explanation: The composite score is the average of the four section scores, rounded to the nearest whole number (or half point if exactly halfway between).

3. Importance of ACT Scoring

Details: ACT scores are crucial for college admissions, scholarship opportunities, and academic placement. A higher composite score can significantly improve college admission chances and financial aid opportunities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your individual section scores (1-36) for English, Math, Reading, and Science. The calculator will compute your composite ACT score. All scores must be valid integers between 1 and 36.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good ACT composite score?
A: A score of 21 is about average, while scores of 24+ are considered good, and 30+ are excellent for competitive colleges.

Q2: How is the writing section scored?
A: The optional writing section is scored separately (2-12) and does not affect the composite score.

Q3: Can I calculate my superscore with this calculator?
A: No, this calculator computes a single-test composite score. Superscoring requires combining highest section scores from multiple test dates.

Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: This provides an accurate composite score calculation based on the standard ACT scoring method.

Q5: What's the highest possible ACT composite score?
A: The highest possible composite score is 36, which requires perfect scores (36) in all four sections.