Percentile Calculator
Calculate the value at a specific percentile for a dataset.
How to Use
- Enter a sequence of numbers representing your dataset.
- Enter the target percentile (between 0 and 100).
- Click 'Calculate' to find the value at that percentile.
About Percentiles
A percentile is a measure used in statistics indicating the value below which a given percentage of observations in a group of observations falls.
Definition
For example, the 20th percentile is the value below which 20% of the observations may be found. The 50th percentile is the median.
Calculation Method
This calculator uses the linear interpolation method between closest ranks (also known as the R-6 or continuous sample method), which is common in statistical software.
Key Features
- Calculates any percentile from 0 to 100.
- Uses standard linear interpolation for continuous data.
Applications
- Standardized test scores analysis.
- Growth charts in pediatrics.
- Salary benchmarking.