The use of a calculator is NOT permitted on the CAHSEE unless a student has an Individual Educational Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan that specifies the use of a calculator.

CAHSEE Passing Scores and Laws

The Scale Score for the CAHSEE ranges from approximately 250 (low score) to 450 (high score) with a Scale Score of 350 representing a passing score on each section of the examination. The CAHSEE has two different sections: Mathematics and English-Language Arts (ELA). The passing score for the Mathematics section of the CAHSEE is a Scale Score of 350 which represents an approximately Raw Score (percent correct) of 55%. The passing score for English-Language Arts section of the CAHSEE is a Scale Score of 350 which represents an approximate Raw Score (percent correct) of 60%.