What Grade Is 8 out of 12?
8 out of 12 is 66.67% — a D on the standard US scale, a below-average score.
- Percentage66.67%
- Letter gradeD
- Missed4 pts
- For an A (90%)11/12
Score breakdown for a 12-point test
| Score | Percent | Letter |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 91.67% | A- |
| 10/12 | 83.33% | B |
| 9/12 | 75% | C |
| 8/12 | 66.67% | D |
How this is calculated
Divide the points earned by the points possible and multiply by 100: 8 ÷ 12 × 100 = 66.67%. On the common 10-point-band scale that lands in the D range — you'd have needed 11/12 to reach the A band.
Common questions
How are letter grades calculated from percentages?
Most US schools map percentages to letters in 10-point bands: 90–100 is an A range, 80–89 a B range, 70–79 a C range, 60–69 a D range, and below 60 an F. Plus/minus splits each band roughly in thirds (e.g. 90–92 = A-, 93–96 = A, 97+ = A+). Individual schools and professors can and do vary the cutoffs.
What GPA do I need for the Dean's List?
Most schools set Dean's List between 3.5 and 3.7 for the semester, with a minimum credit load (often 12+ graded credits). It's a semester GPA, not cumulative — one strong term can make the list even in a rebuilding year. Your school's exact cutoff will be published by the registrar.