GED Score Calculator & GPA Conversion
Convert your GED subject scores into an estimated overall GED score and GPA equivalent. Understand score ranges, passing thresholds, and what your GED score means for college admission.
What Is a GED Score?
The GED score measures your academic performance on the General Educational Development test, which evaluates high school-level knowledge in four subjects. Each subject test is scored on a scale from 100 to 200, and the score determines whether you pass the GED exam and how prepared you are for college-level coursework.
GED Test Statistics by Year
| Year | GED Test Takers | Credentials Awarded | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 742,000 | 435,000 | 58% |
| 2021 | 756,000 | 441,000 | 58.3% |
| 2022 | 768,000 | 452,000 | 58.8% |
| 2023 | 781,000 | 461,000 | 59% |
| 2024 | 795,000 | 468,000 | 58.9% |
| 2025 | 810,000 (est.) | 475,000 (est.) | 58.6% |
Every year 700,000–800,000 students attempt the GED test, making it one of the most widely taken high-school equivalency exams in the United States.
Average GED Score by Year
The average GED score typically falls between 150 and 155. Scores above **165** are considered strong and indicate college readiness.
Key Insights:
- • Gradual increase in scores since 2020.
- • Digital testing format has improved accessibility.
GED Score Range Explained
| GED Score | Performance Level | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 100–144 | Below Passing | Did not pass |
| 145–164 | GED Passing Score | High school equivalency |
| 165–174 | College Ready | Prepared for college coursework |
| 175–200 | College Ready + Credit | Eligible for college credit |
GED Percentile Chart
| Score | Percentile |
|---|---|
| 145 | 40th |
| 150 | 50th |
| 155 | 60th |
| 160 | 70th |
| 165 | 80th |
| 170 | 90th |
| 175 | 95th |
| 180 | 98th+ |
Score Distribution
Most students fall between 145 and 155. Scores above 175 are rare and place students in the top percentile.
Average GED Score by Subject
Science and Social Studies typically produce slightly higher scores due to reading-based questions, while Mathematical Reasoning has the lowest average scores across test takers.
GED Score to GPA Conversion Chart
Many colleges interpret GED scores above 165 as equivalent to a GPA of around 3.0 or higher.
GED Global Statistics
GED Score Trends
The GED pass rate has remained around 58–60% for the past decade.
The average GED score has gradually increased from ~150 to ~155 since 2020.
Math remains the most challenging subject, with the lowest average score among test takers.