93–87

Rice Purity Score 87–93: Innocent with a Spark

You have dipped a toe into dating and a little rule-bending, but you still play it fairly safe. You are curious, cautious and mostly innocent.

On this page
  1. What a score of 87–93 means
  2. Typical experiences in this range
  3. The "spark" part
  4. How it compares
  5. Frequently asked questions

What a score of 87–93 means

Scoring between 87 and 93 means you checked roughly seven to thirteen items. At this point, most people have had some romantic experience, such as dating, kissing and maybe a short relationship, plus a few classic teenage moments like sneaking out or skipping a class.

You are still clearly on the innocent side of the spectrum. Many high school seniors and college freshmen land right here.

Typical experiences in this range

  • Romantic basics: dates, kissing, maybe a boyfriend or girlfriend.
  • Light rule-breaking: a white lie to parents, a skipped class, staying out past curfew.
  • Possibly a first sip of alcohol at a family event or party.
  • Very few, if any, legal or substance-related items.

The "spark" part

This range is often described as curious. You have started exploring a little, but you think before you leap. That mix of curiosity and caution is very common and generally pretty healthy.

How it compares

Online, a score in the high 80s or low 90s usually sits above the average for college-age test takers. You can compare your exact number on our live statistics page.

Frequently asked questions

Is 90 a good score on the Rice Purity Test?

A 90 means you checked 10 out of 100 items. It is a common, unremarkable score, neither good nor bad.

Is 88 considered pure?

Yes, by the test's own scale anything in the high 80s is still on the pure side.

What's the difference between 87 and 93?

Only about six checked items. Score ranges are broad on purpose, because one or two experiences do not define anyone.

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