What is a good CCAT score?

A good CCAT score is about 31 or more out of 50, roughly the top 20 percent. The average is 24.

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24
average (50th percentile)
31+
top 20%
36+
top 10%
40+
top 3%

CCAT score ranges and what they mean

Percentiles from the reported CCAT percentile table (see the full chart).
Raw scorePercentileReading
Under 16below 18thWell below average
16 to 2318th to 46thBelow average to typical
24 to 2750th to 64thAverage
28 to 3168th to 80thAbove average
32 to 3782nd to 93rdStrong
38 and up95th and upExceptional

Reported CCAT scores by role

Criteria suggests score ranges by job family to employers. These reported minimums are not pass marks: employers set their own bar, and many compare candidates by percentile.

RoleReported score
Customer service17 or more
Accounting20 or more
Software development20 or more
Financial services20 or more
Analyst roles22 or more
Senior and executive leadership22 or more
Legal24 or more

What counts as good for you

For a competitive job, what matters is where you sit among other applicants, not whether you clear the minimum. Analyst, engineering and consulting roles often see many applicants in the 30s, so aim for 31 or more.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 30 a good CCAT score?

Yes. A 30 is about the 76th percentile, above average and competitive for most roles.

Is 20 a good CCAT score?

It is below the average of 24 (about the 32nd percentile) but meets the reported minimum for accounting and software development. Competitive employers usually want more.

Is 40 a good CCAT score?

It is exceptional: about the 97th percentile.

What CCAT score do tech companies want?

There is no public list. Reported guidance for software development starts at 20, but competitive tech employers often hope for the high 20s or 30s.

Can I retake the CCAT?

Only if the employer sends a new invitation. Some ask shortlisted candidates to take a verification version.

LifeScore is not affiliated with Criteria Corp. CCAT is a trademark of Criteria Corp. Our practice tests are original questions written in a similar style and timed the same way. Reviewed October 2026 by the LifeScore Editorial Team.