Based on Representative LSAC Curves · Updated 2026

LSAT Score Calculator

Convert your LSAT raw score into a scaled 120–180 score, see your estimated percentile, and find out which law school tiers your score is competitive for all in one free tool.

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How Does Your LSAT Raw Score Translate to a Real 120–180 Score?

That's the moment every pre-law student hits after finishing a practice test: you've counted your correct answers, but LSAC doesn't give you a simple "70 out of 76 equals X." Instead, each test administration uses its own curve called equating to convert raw correct answers into the familiar 120-to-180 scaled score. This calculator uses a representative, typical LSAC conversion table so you can estimate your scaled score and percentile in seconds, without waiting for an official score report.

The LSAT (Law School Admission Test) is the primary admissions exam for ABA-accredited law schools in the United States. It contains roughly 76 scored questions across Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension sections. There is no penalty for wrong answers, so your raw score is simply the total number you got right. That raw score is then mapped onto the 120–180 scale through a process that accounts for slight difficulty differences between test forms. The conversion we use here mirrors the shape of real LSAC curves: you don't need a perfect raw score to hit the 170s, and the difference between a 160 and a 165 often comes down to just a handful of additional correct answers.

Your Score Journey: Raw → Scaled → Percentile

Every LSAT score moves through three stages. Understanding each one makes your practice test results far more useful:

Step 1

Raw Score

Count every question you answered correctly. There's no penalty for wrong answers, so never leave a question blank. A raw score of 60 out of 76 is a strong starting point.

↓ Feeds into conversion

Step 2

Scaled Score (120–180)

LSAC applies an equating curve unique to each test. On a typical form, a raw 60 maps to roughly 164. A raw 66 maps to about 170 only six more correct answers for a tier jump.

↓ Determines percentile

Step 3

Percentile Rank

This is what law schools actually compare. A 164 puts you around the 89th percentile you outperformed 89% of test takers. A 170 lands at the 97th percentile, which is T14 territory.

✓ Law school ready

That third card is the one that matters for admissions. Law schools receive your scaled score and percentile, and they compare both against their medians. If you're tracking multiple scores across practice tests, our chronological age calculator can help with the date-tracking side of your study schedule knowing exactly how many weeks remain until test day keeps your prep pacing honest.

LSAT Score Ranges and Law School Tiers

Every LSAT scaled score corresponds to an approximate percentile. Here's how the main score bands break down and which law school tiers they typically unlock:

Scaled Score	Approx. Percentile	Performance Band	Law School Competitiveness
175 to 180	99th+	Elite	Strong for T14 and full-ride scholarships
170 to 174	97th to 99th	Excellent	Highly competitive for T14 law schools
165 to 169	92nd to 96th	Very Strong	Competitive for T20 to T30 schools
160 to 164	80th to 91st	Strong	Competitive for T50 schools
155 to 159	63rd to 78th	Above Average	Solid for many regional law schools
150 to 154	44th to 60th	Average	Around the median test taker
120 to 149	Below 44th	Below Average	Consider retaking to expand options

These percentile bands are representative estimates based on recent LSAC score distribution data. Exact percentiles shift slightly with each testing cycle, but the bands remain stable enough for reliable practice-test benchmarking. If you're also preparing application materials alongside test prep, our plagiarism checker can review your personal statement before submission.

How to Improve Your LSAT Score Strategically

Raw repetition without analysis is the slowest path to a higher score. The most efficient approach is targeted and iterative:

Calculate after every practice test: don't just count correct answers plug them into this calculator immediately to see the scaled score and percentile. Track the trend line across five or more tests, not the single result.
Identify which section is dragging you down: most score gains come from fixing one weak spot, not marginally improving everything. If Logical Reasoning is costing you twice as many points as Reading Comprehension, that's where your hours go.
Know the jump math: moving from a raw 60 to a raw 66 (just six more correct answers) can push your scaled score from ~164 to ~170. That's the difference between "strong for T50" and "competitive for T14." Six questions.
Practice under timed conditions exclusively: accuracy without the clock is not the same skill. The real curve measures speed plus accuracy, and untimed practice hides the speed gap.
Review every wrong answer thoroughly: understanding why a specific answer choice was wrong is worth more than doing another full section. One deep review beats three shallow passes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good LSAT score?

A score of 160 or above is generally considered strong and is competitive for many US law schools. Scores of 165 and up open doors to top 30 programs, and 170 and above are highly competitive for T14 law schools. The median LSAT score sits around 151 to 152, so anything above 155 is above average.

How is the LSAT scored?

Your raw score is simply the number of questions you answer correctly out of roughly 76 scored questions. There is no penalty for wrong answers, so guessing is always better than leaving a blank. LSAC converts that raw score to a scaled score between 120 and 180 using a curve specific to each test administration a process called equating that accounts for minor difficulty differences between test forms.

How many questions can I miss and still get a 170?

On a typical LSAT, you can miss roughly 9 to 12 questions and still score around 170, because the curve is relatively forgiving. A raw score in the mid-60s out of 76 usually lands in the low 170s. The exact number varies by test administration, but this calculator uses a representative curve that reflects that range.

What is the highest possible LSAT score?

The highest possible LSAT score is 180, and the lowest is 120. A 180 typically places you in the 99.9th percentile, meaning you scored higher than virtually every other test taker in that administration.

How accurate is this LSAT score calculator?

It uses a representative, typical LSAC conversion table and percentile distribution, so results are a close estimate. Each real LSAT administration uses its own slightly different equating curve, so treat the output as a reliable practice-test benchmark rather than an exact prediction of your official score report.

What LSAT score do I need for a T14 law school?

The T14 (top 14) US law schools typically have median LSAT scores between 170 and 175. To be competitive, you generally want a score of 170 or higher, ideally paired with a strong undergraduate GPA. Check each school's most recent entering class profile for their specific median.

Can I use my percentile to compare scores across test dates?

Yes. Percentile tells you what share of test takers you outperformed, which is often more meaningful for admissions than the raw scaled number. A 90th percentile score means you scored higher than 90% of everyone who took the test, regardless of which administration you sat for.

Is this LSAT calculator free?

Yes. The tool is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, requires no signup, and stores none of your inputs see our Privacy Policy. Recalculate as many times as you want as you track your practice test progress.

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