How is the GED Scored?

The scores on the GED test are standardized. The standards were set by giving the test to typical high school seniors throughout the nation before the test was officially implemented. The test makers then developed a scale of standard scores based on the performance of this group. In Wisconsin, an examinee must satisfy the following minimum standard score requirements.

1. A total standard score of no less than 2,250 on the entire exam.
2. To pass an individual test, a standard score of no less than 410 is needed. It should be noted that an individual could pass each test and not have enough points to receive a GED.
3. If an examinee fails to achieve the minimum standard score, tests may be retaken for an additional charge of $10.00 per test. You must average 450 points a test to receive a GED. If an individual passes all five tests, but has less than 2,250 points, there will be a $10.00 charge for each retest. It is also possible to have 2,250 or more points and not pass the GED; each test score must be 410 or above.
4. There are only three different exam forms for each year. Failing the same sub-test three times means that you cannot retest until new exam books are received. You can obtain a retest card at the registration window of Central Campus for a $10.00 fee. You must bring your test card and Wisconsin driver's license (or Wisconsin photo I.D.) when purchasing a retest card. You must also bring your test card, retest card, and Wisconsin driver's license, Wisconsin photo I.D. or other approved identification to the exam and give the retest card to the examiner.
5. If you do not pass a test then you need to wait 60 days to retake the same test.
6. When you retest in a subject area, your highest test score is the score that will be counted toward your GED. Should you retake a test and score lower than you did during your original test, your original score is retained.
7. If you have less than 2,250 points after completing all five GED tests, but you have passed each test, you may choose the test you retake. You do not have to retake your lowest scored test.