LSAT Score Calculator

About the LSAT Score Calculator

The LSAT (Law School Admission Test) is scored on a 120–180 scale and is the primary standardized test used for law school admissions in the United States, Canada, and a growing number of international schools. Your scaled score is derived from your raw score (number of correct answers) through a conversion table that varies slightly by test administration.

This LSAT score calculator estimates your scaled score from your raw score. The LSAT has approximately 75–76 scored questions (the exact number varies by test form), and the raw-to-scaled conversion ensures fairness across different test administrations with varying difficulty levels.

Your LSAT score is the single most important quantitative factor in law school admissions. A strong LSAT can open doors to top-14 (T14) law schools and generate significant scholarship offers. Understanding where your raw performance lands on the scaled score range is the first step in your law school application journey.

When This Page Helps

Converting raw scores to scaled scores is not straightforward because the conversion curve varies between test administrations. This calculator uses an average conversion curve to provide a reliable estimate. It saves you from guessing your scaled score after a practice test and helps you track progress across preparation.

How to Use the Inputs

1. Enter the number of questions you answered correctly (your raw score, 0–76).
2. Optionally enter the total number of scored questions on your test form (default 76).
3. The calculator converts your raw score to an estimated scaled score (120–180).
4. Compare the estimate against your target law schools' median LSAT scores.
5. Use this to track score improvement across practice tests.

Example Calculation

Tips & Best Practices

• The median LSAT score is approximately 151, which corresponds to about 56% correct.
• Top-14 law schools typically have median LSATs of 170+.
• Each additional correct answer in the 155–165 range can raise your scaled score by roughly 1 point.
• At the extremes of the scale, each correct answer has a smaller impact on the scaled score.
• There is no penalty for wrong answers on the LSAT — always guess if unsure.
• Take multiple full-length timed practice tests to accurately assess your raw score.

How LSAT Scoring Works

The LSAT uses a process called equating to convert raw scores (number correct) to scaled scores (120–180). This ensures that a score of 165 represents the same ability level regardless of which test form you took. The conversion varies slightly between administrations: on an easier test, you need more correct answers to achieve the same scaled score.

Understanding Raw Score to Scaled Score Conversion

On a typical LSAT with 76 scored questions, approximately 59 correct answers yield a 160, 67 yield a 167, and 73 yield a 175. The conversion is steepest in the middle range (150–165), where each correct answer translates to approximately 1 scaled point.

LSAT Score Goals by School Type

T6 schools (Yale, Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, Chicago, NYU) typically have medians of 173–176. T14 medians range from 168–172. T50 medians range from 156–167. Regional schools typically accept scores of 148–155.

Using Practice Test Scores Effectively

Track your raw score on each practice test, convert it using this calculator, and look for trends. Consistent improvement of 2–3 raw points per week is realistic with focused preparation. Plateaus are normal and often resolved by targeting specific question types.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a good LSAT score?

  A score of 160+ (80th percentile) is competitive for many law schools. Top-14 programs typically require 168+ (95th+ percentile). A 170+ opens doors to the most selective schools.

• How is the LSAT scored?

  The LSAT raw score (number correct) is converted to a scaled score of 120–180 using a conversion table specific to each test administration. This equating process ensures fairness across test forms.

• How many questions are on the LSAT?

  The current digital LSAT has approximately 75–76 scored questions across three scored sections (Logical Reasoning, Logic Games/Analytical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension), plus one unscored experimental section. Always verify with current data, as conditions may change over time.

• Is there a penalty for guessing on the LSAT?

  No. Your score is based solely on the number of correct answers, with no deduction for incorrect answers. You should always answer every question.

• How many times can I take the LSAT?

  You can take the LSAT up to three times in a single testing year, five times within a five-year period, and seven times total over a lifetime. Use this calculator to model different scenarios and find the best approach.

• Do law schools average LSAT scores?

  Most law schools focus on your highest LSAT score for admissions and ranking purposes. However, all scores are visible on your score report.

• When does the LSAT conversion table change?

  The conversion table changes with each test administration to account for difficulty variations. The changes are typically small (±1 raw score point for the same scaled score).

• Can I cancel my LSAT score?

  Yes, you can cancel your score within 6 calendar days after the test. However, the cancellation will appear on your record, and you cannot see your score before canceling.