What percentage is each grade in A-Level Chemistry?
Grade boundaries change every session, so percentages aren't fixed. Based on the Cambridge November 2025 boundaries for papers 14, 24, 37, 44, here's the percentage needed for each grade in Chemistry (9701).
| Grade | Min mark | Min percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A* | 207/260 | 80% |
| A | 179/260 | 69% |
| B | 151/260 | 59% |
| C | 127/260 | 49% |
| D | 103/260 | 40% |
| E | 80/260 | 31% |
Papers 14, 24, 37, 44 · maximum mark 260 · November 2025.
FAQ
What percentage is an A* in A-Level Chemistry?
In November 2025 (Papers 14, 24, 37, 44), an A* needed about 80% (207/260). Boundaries shift slightly each session.
What percentage is a pass (grade E) in A-Level Chemistry?
A grade E — the minimum pass at A-Level — needed roughly 31% in November 2025. Anything below E is ungraded (U).
Are these A-Level Chemistry percentages official?
They are derived from the official Cambridge grade threshold tables. Boundaries are set per session, so use these as a guide and confirm with your exam board.