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Grade Curve Calculator

Curve Grades Using Bell Curve, Linear, or Custom Methods

Use this grade curve calculator with mean to input all scores and apply bell curve grade calculator or other methods.

1. Choose Curve Method

Bell Curve
Standard deviation based
Linear Scale
To desired average
Custom Points
Add points to all

2. Add Student Scores

Scores: 0–200 | Up to 300 students

Add scores and select curve method to see results.

Quick curve grade calculator using class statistics.

Input values to curve

Grade Curve Calculator: Fair Grading Made Easy

The grade curve calculator helps instructors and students apply fair grading adjustments. Whether you need a bell curve grade calculator, curving grades calculator, or simple linear scaling, this tool handles it all with precision.

"Equity in assessment is the foundation of learning." — Pedagogical Principle

How the Curve Grade Calculator Works

Three powerful methods:

  • Bell Curve: Z-score → letter grade based on standard deviations
  • Linear: Scale all scores to match desired mean
  • Custom: Add fixed points to every score

Bell Curve Grade Calculator: Standard Method

Most common in large classes:

  • Mean ± 0.5σ: B range
  • ±1.0σ: A and C
  • ±1.5σ: A+ and C-
  • ±2.0σ: A++ and D/F

Grade Curve Calculator with Mean: Linear Scaling

Formula: New Score = Old Score × (Desired Mean / Current Mean)

Preserves relative performance while adjusting difficulty.

Why Use the Curving Grades Calculator?

  • Fair Adjustment for hard exams
  • Standardized Grading across sections
  • Transparency for students
  • Export Results
  • Mobile Friendly

When to Use Curve Grades Calculator

  • After midterms/finals
  • Standardized tests
  • Multiple class sections
  • Unexpected difficulty
  • Department policy

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