Test Average Calculator (Score Needed on Remaining Tests)
List your scores so far, the tests left and your target average.
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Current average
Current average
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Average needed on each remaining test
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Verdict
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Lowest score so far
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Highest score so far
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Test Average Calculator (Score Needed on Remaining Tests) by TheCalcTools
How the Test Average Calculator (Score Needed on Remaining Tests) works
Average = sum of scores ÷ number of tests. To finish at the target over all tests: needed average = (target × total tests − sum so far) ÷ remaining tests.
This assumes all tests count equally. For weighted categories (homework, midterm, final) use the weighted grade calculator.
The formula
Needed = (target × (n + r) − Σ scores) ÷ r
Worked example
Using the default values shown in the calculator:
| Scores so far (%) | 78, 85, 69, 91 |
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| Tests remaining | 2 |
| Target average (%) | 85 |
- Scores 78, 85, 69, 91 average 80.75%.
- To finish at 85% you need 93.50% on each of the 2 remaining tests.
Result:
| Current average | 80.75% |
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| Average needed on each remaining test | 93.50% |
| Verdict | Reachable |
| Lowest score so far | 69% |
| Highest score so far | 91% |
Frequently asked questions
What if the needed score is above 100?
The target is out of reach unless there is extra credit or tests are weighted differently.
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