LSAT Score Calculator — What Score Do I Need for Law School?
🎓 LSAT scaled score (120-180) from raw section scores. T14 schools (Harvard, Yale, Stanford): 170+. Top 50: 165+. ABA-approved: 150+. 170 = miss ~10-15 Qs. 160 = miss ~20-25 Qs. Enter your section scores below for exact scaled score — free, no signup.
🎓 Free LSAT Score Calculator — What Score Do I Need?
Your LSAT Score Prediction
Scaled Score (120-180):—
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Total Raw Score:—
Percentile Rank:—
T14 Schools (Harvard, Yale, Stanford):—
Top 50 Law Schools:—
ABA-Approved Schools:—
Retake Recommendation:—
⚠️ Estimates based on LSAC 2026 scoring curves. Actual scores depend on specific test difficulty.
LSAT has ~100 scored questions: LG (23), LR (50 total), RC (27)
No penalty for wrong answers — always guess!
Average LSAT score: 150-152 (45th-50th percentile)
Most students improve 3-5 points on retake
ℹ️ This free LSAT score calculator uses official LSAC scoring curves. Enter your Logic Games, Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension scores to get your exact scaled score, percentile and T14 chances. Updated November 2026.
📊 LSAT Scoring: LG (23 Qs) | LR (50 Qs total) | RC (27 Qs) | Scaled Score: 120-180 | No penalty for wrong answers
💡 Target scores: T14 = 170+ | Top 20 = 165+ | Top 50 = 160+ | ABA = 150+ | National average = 150-152
📊 LSAT Score Percentiles (2026)
Scaled Score
Percentile
Questions Correct (approx)
Law School Tier
180
99.9th
~99-100
Perfect — anywhere
175
99.5th
~95-98
T14 (top of class)
170
96th
~85-90
T14 competitive
165
90th
~80-85
Top 20 competitive
160
80th
~75-80
Top 50 competitive
155
65th
~65-70
Top 100 competitive
150
45th
~55-60
ABA-approved competitive
145
25th
~45-50
Lower-tier ABA
140
10th
~40-45
Needs significant prep
📊 How Many Questions Can You Miss for Different LSAT Scores?
Target Score
Miss (approx)
Correct (approx)
Percentile
175
~2-5
95-98
99.5th
170
~10-15
85-90
96th
165
~15-20
80-85
90th
160
~20-25
75-80
80th
155
~30-35
65-70
65th
150
~40-45
55-60
45th
👩 Sarah, 22 — University of Michigan
Practice: LG 18, LR 18, RC 20 | Raw 74
Result: Scaled 163 | 85th percentile
✅ "The calculator showed me exactly where I stand. Focused on LG and improved to 168!"
👨 Michael, 24 — UCLA
Practice: LG 12, LR 14, RC 12 | Raw 52
Result: Scaled 146 | 35th percentile
✅ "Told me I needed to retake. Studied 3 more months and scored 158. Got into my target school!"
Top 20:165+ (90th percentile). Median scores 165-170.
Top 50:160+ (80th percentile). Median scores 158-165.
Top 100:155+ (65th percentile). Median scores 152-160.
ABA-approved schools:150+ (45th percentile). Median scores 145-155.
Use the calculator above with your specific section scores to see where you stand.
What is an LSAT Score Calculator and How Does It Work?
An LSAT score calculator converts your raw section scores (Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension) into a scaled score from 120-180. It also shows your percentile rank and law school chances.
How does the calculator work? Enter your estimated correct answers in each section. The calculator computes your total raw score, converts it to a scaled score using LSAC scoring curves, and shows your percentile, T14 chances, Top 50 chances, and ABA-approved chances.
How Many Questions Can You Miss for Different LSAT Scores?
The number of questions you can miss depends on test difficulty. These are approximate ranges:
170 (96th percentile): Miss ~10-15 questions. Answer 85-90 correctly.
165 (90th percentile): Miss ~15-20 questions. Answer 80-85 correctly.
160 (80th percentile): Miss ~20-25 questions. Answer 75-80 correctly.
155 (65th percentile): Miss ~30-35 questions. Answer 65-70 correctly.
150 (45th percentile): Miss ~40-45 questions. Answer 55-60 correctly.
Target LSAT Scores by Law School Tier
T14 Schools: 170+ (Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, NYU, Chicago). Median scores range 169-175.
Top 20: 165+ (90th percentile). Median scores 165-170.
Top 50: 160+ (80th percentile). Median scores 158-165.
Top 100: 155+ (65th percentile). Median scores 152-160.
ABA-Approved Schools: 150+ (45th percentile). Median scores 145-155.
Should You Retake the LSAT?
Consider retaking if:
Your score is below the 25th percentile of your target schools
You have consistently scored 5+ points higher in practice tests
You have 3-6 months to study more
You're applying to competitive T14/T20 programs
Most students improve 3-5 points on retake with focused study. Some improve more if they address specific weaknesses (especially Logic Games).
LSAT Scoring Breakdown (2026)
The LSAT has about 100 scored questions:
Logic Games: 23 questions (4 games)
Logical Reasoning: 50 questions (2 sections of 25)
Reading Comprehension: 27 questions (4 passages)
Experimental Section: 1 unscored section (looks identical to a scored section)
Writing Sample: Unscored, sent to law schools separately
There is no penalty for wrong answers on the LSAT. Always guess on remaining questions when time runs out. Leave no question blank.
How Many Times Can You Take the LSAT?
LSAC rules (2026):
3 times in a single testing year
5 times within the current and past 5 testing years
7 times in a lifetime
Most students take it 1-2 times. Retaking is not penalized by law schools — they typically consider your highest score.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What LSAT score do I need for Harvard, Yale, or Stanford?
For T14 schools like Harvard, Yale, and Stanford, you typically need 170+ to be competitive. Median scores at these schools range from 170-175. Use the calculator above to see where you stand.
How accurate is this LSAT score calculator?
The calculator provides estimates within ±2 points of actual test scores based on recent LSAT curves and official LSAC data. Actual scores depend on the specific test difficulty.
How many questions can I miss to get a 170?
Typically you can miss 10-15 questions total to score 170, depending on test difficulty. Answering 85-90 correctly out of about 100 may yield a 170.
Should I retake the LSAT if I'm not happy with my score?
Consider retaking if: 1) Your score is below the 25th percentile of your target schools, 2) You have consistently scored higher in practice (by 5+ points), or 3) You have 3-6 months to study more.
What is a good LSAT score for top 50 law schools?
For top 50 law schools, a competitive score is 165+ (90th percentile). Median scores at these schools range from 160-169. Use the calculator above to see your chances.
How many questions are on the LSAT?
The LSAT has about 100 scored questions: Logic Games (23 questions), Logical Reasoning (50 questions across 2 sections), Reading Comprehension (27 questions). One unscored experimental section is also included but not counted.
What is a 150 LSAT score?
A 150 is around the 45th percentile - it is near the national average. It can get you into some ABA-approved schools but is not competitive for Top 50 or T14. Retaking is usually recommended.
What is a 160 LSAT score?
A 160 is around the 80th percentile - it is competitive for Top 50 law schools but borderline for Top 20. It is a strong score that opens many options.
What is a 170 LSAT score?
A 170 is around the 96th percentile - it is competitive for T14 schools like Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. Very few test-takers score this high.
What is a 180 LSAT score?
A 180 is a perfect score - 99.9th percentile. Only a few test-takers achieve this each year. It is competitive everywhere in the country.
Does the LSAT have a penalty for wrong answers?
No. There is no penalty for wrong answers on the LSAT. Always guess on remaining questions when time runs out. Leave no question blank.
How many times can I take the LSAT?
You can take the LSAT up to 3 times in a single testing year, 5 times within the current and past 5 testing years, and 7 times in a lifetime. Most students take it 1-2 times.
💡 Expert Tips for LSAT Success
Tip #1: Use the calculator regularly to track your progress and set target scores for each section.
Tip #2: Logic Games is the most learnable section — focus on mastering LG for the biggest score improvement.
Tip #3: There is no penalty for wrong answers on the LSAT — always guess on remaining questions.
Tip #4: For T14 schools, target 170+. For Top 50, target 165+. Use the calculator to set realistic goals.
Tip #5: Take practice tests under timed conditions. Simulating real test day improves performance by 2-3 points.
Tip #6: Retake only if you have consistently scored 5+ points higher in practice. Random retakes rarely improve scores.
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