1. What is LSAT Raw Score?

The LSAT raw score is simply the number of questions answered correctly. There is no penalty for incorrect answers, so your raw score equals your total correct answers out of approximately 101 questions (varies slightly by test).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the straightforward formula:

Where:

• Correct Answers — Count of questions answered correctly

Explanation: Unlike some other standardized tests, the LSAT doesn't deduct points for wrong answers, so your raw score directly reflects how many questions you got right.

3. Importance of Raw Score

Details: The raw score is converted to a scaled score ranging from 120 to 180, which is what law schools consider. Understanding your raw score helps in test preparation and performance analysis.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of questions you answered correctly (between 0 and 101). The calculator will display your raw score.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How is raw score converted to scaled score?
A: The conversion varies slightly between test administrations to account for difficulty differences, but generally follows a consistent pattern.

Q2: What's a good raw score?
A: A raw score of about 60 typically converts to the median scaled score of 151. Top scores (170+) usually require 85+ correct answers.

Q3: Does the raw score include the experimental section?
A: No, the experimental section questions are not scored and don't count toward your raw score.

Q4: How many questions can I miss to get a perfect 180?
A: Typically, you can miss 0-2 questions to score 180, depending on the test's difficulty.

Q5: Is the writing sample scored?
A: No, the writing sample isn't given a numerical score but is sent to law schools with your score report.