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Weighted Grade Calculator

Combine assignments, tests and categories by weight.

Add each grading category — tests, homework, participation, projects — with its score and weight, to calculate your overall weighted grade.

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How to Use This Tool

  1. Name each grading category (optional).
  2. Enter your score in that category as a percentage.
  3. Enter that category’s weight, as listed in your syllabus.
  4. Add a row for every category; your weighted grade updates automatically.

How It Works

Each category’s score is multiplied by its weight. Those totals are added together and divided by the sum of all weights:

weighted grade = Σ(score × weight) / Σ(weight)

Example

Tests are 40% of your grade and you scored 90%. Homework is 60% of your grade and you scored 80%.

weighted grade = (90 × 40 + 80 × 60) / (40 + 60) = (3600 + 4800) / 100 = 84%.

Benefits

  • Handles any number of grading categories.
  • Flags when your weights do not total 100%.
  • Updates instantly as you adjust scores or weights.

Important Notes

This calculator provides an informational estimate. Some instructors drop the lowest score in a category or apply curves — those adjustments are not included here. Confirm your final grade against your instructor’s official gradebook.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is a weighted grade?

A weighted grade combines scores from different categories — like tests, homework, and participation — where each category counts for a different percentage of your overall grade, instead of every assignment counting equally.

What if my category weights do not add up to 100%?

The calculator still works: it divides your weighted total by the sum of the weights you entered, so the result is a correct average even if your weights add up to something other than 100. The tool shows your total weight so you can double check it against your syllabus.

Can I add more than a few categories?

Yes, add as many categories as your course uses — there is no limit on the number of rows.

How is this different from the GPA calculator?

The GPA calculator converts letter grades and credit hours into a 4.0-scale average across courses. This tool averages percentage scores across categories within a single course.

Can I use this for a single test with multiple sections?

Yes — treat each section as its own category with its own score and point value or percentage weight.