Rice Purity Test Score Meanings - Complete Guide
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Rice Purity Test Score Meanings

Rice Purity Test Score Meanings

Understanding Your Score

The Rice Purity Test is a checklist of 100 life experiences. Your score represents your percentage of "innocence" remaining. A score of 100 means you have done none of the activities, while a score of 0 means you have done them all. Below is a detailed breakdown of what different score ranges typically represent in modern culture.

General Meanings (100-Point Scale)
100 - 98Angelic
You are exceptionally pure. You've likely avoided almost all 'scandalous' activities listed. This score is common for younger teenagers or those with strict upbringings.
97 - 94Very Pure
Still very innocent, perhaps a few minor experiences (like dating or mild partying) but overall a very high purity score.
93 - 77Pure
You have some life experience, but you're still well within the 'good kid' territory. A common range for high school seniors.
76 - 45Average
The typical college experience. You've had your share of fun, relationships, and rebellion. Most university students fall in this range.
44 - 9Low Purity
You've lived a very adventurous life. You're definitely not an angel anymore. This score implies significant life experiences.
8 - 0Not Pure
You've done almost everything on the list. A true veteran of life's experiences, often associated with wilder college years.
1988 Rice Thresher Meanings (150-Point Scale)

This application uses the 1988 version which originally had a 150-point scale. Here are the original humorous categories:

145 - 150
You are the definition of purity. Even a drop of rain would feel guilty touching you.
130 - 144
A pillar of virtue in a chaotic world.
110 - 129
Mostly innocent, with just a hint of curiosity.
95 - 109
The world is starting to look a lot more interesting.
80 - 94
Beginning to explore the boundaries of the known world.
65 - 79
You've been around the block, and you know the shortcuts.
50 - 64
Life is an adventure, and you're the lead explorer.
35 - 49
You don't just push the envelope; you shred it.
20 - 34
The party doesn't start until you walk in.
10 - 19
The halo is long gone, replaced by a very stylish pair of horns.
0 - 9
You've seen everything, done everything, and probably invented a few things.
Common Questions

What is a good Rice Purity Test score?

There is no "good" or "bad" score. A high score (90-100) indicates innocence, while a lower score indicates more life experience. Most college students score between 45 and 75.

What is the average Rice Purity score?

The average score varies by age. For high schoolers, it's often 80-95. For college students, the average typically drops to the 50-70 range as they gain more life experiences.

Does the score matter?

No, it's purely for entertainment and bonding. It originated at Rice University as a way for students to compare experiences, not as a moral judgment.

The Rice Purity Test score meanings have evolved over decades. While the original 1924 test was quite different, the modern 100-question version is the most common today.