What does a percentile rank indicate?

A percentile rank indicates a student's position within a group by showing the percentage of scores that fall below a particular score. For instance, if a student has a percentile rank of 80, this means that the student scored better than 80% of the individuals in the comparison group. This measure helps educators and parents understand how a student's performance compares to that of their peers and can provide insights into whether the student is performing at, above, or below the expected level for their age or grade. In this context, it is a useful tool for assessing relative performance rather than just absolute scores or averages.