Percentage Calculator

How to Use the Percentage Calculator

Enter the part value and the whole value, then click Calculate. The calculator instantly determines what percentage the part represents of the whole.

Percentage Formula

Percentage = (Part ÷ Whole) × 100

Example Calculation

If 25 students out of 40 students passed an exam:

Percentage = (25 ÷ 40) × 100 = 62.5%

Therefore, 62.5% of students passed the exam.

What Is a Percentage?

A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. Percentages are commonly used in education, business, finance, statistics and everyday calculations.

Common Uses for Percentages

Exam and test scores
Discount calculations
Sales tax calculations
Financial analysis
Business reports
Statistical data

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate a percentage?

Divide the part by the whole and multiply the result by 100.

Can I use this calculator for discounts?

Yes. Percentage calculations are commonly used to determine discounts, markups and savings.

Is this percentage calculator free?

Yes. All StudyTools calculators are completely free.