Class Rank Estimator

Estimate your class rank using GPA and class size. Get percentile and approximate standing (Top 10%, Top 25%) to plan applications.

Methods: Known Top % turns a percentile into an estimated rank. Normal uses your class mean & standard deviation to place you on a bell curve. Empirical ranks you against a pasted GPA/score list.

Same scale rule: Your GPA/score, and any mean/std-dev you enter, must match the selected Scale (4.0, 5.0, or 100).

Import/Export: Paste a list in the Empirical panel (one per line, CSV allowed). Export CSV or PDF. Copy a share link from the Visual section.

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How to use this Class Rank Estimator

  1. Choose a Method: Known Top %, Normal Distribution, or Empirical List.
  2. Enter Class Size, pick the Scale (4.0/5.0/100), and type your GPA/score.
  3. Fill method inputs: Top % (e.g., 10), or Mean/Std Dev for Normal, or paste a score list for Empirical.
  4. Click Calculate to see estimated rank and percentile; export CSV/PDF or copy a share link.

Why use this tool

  • Three ways to estimate rank: percentile, bell curve, or real list.
  • Scale-aware (4.0/5.0/100), mobile-friendly, print-ready.
  • CSV/PDF export, share link, quick class size presets.

Class Rank — Frequently Asked Questions

What is class rank?

It’s your position when the class is sorted by GPA/score. Rank 1 is best.

Which method should I use?

Use Known Top % if your school reports a percentile; Normal if you know mean and standard deviation; Empirical if you have the actual list.

What scale should I pick?

Match the data: 4.0, 5.0, or 100. Your GPA/score and Normal inputs must be on the same scale.

Is higher score always better?

Yes — the estimator assumes higher is better, so 4.0 > 3.5, 95 > 90, etc.