What number of an IQ for a kid age 12 would be considered smart? Example: 100 - 115, etc.?

Question

Ok I am 12, female, and I am wondering if I am some sort of "genius". Well, not genius but somewhat smart. My IQ is 127 but not sure now because it was a while ago that I checked... People in my class are like, "Nerd..." and "You always get straight A's". But I get my grades effortlessly. I just think I am compared with idiots/dumb people and that might make me smart... I don't have a clue anymore! Help?

Answer 1

IQ's aren't age specific. They won't go up and down as you change ages. IQ tests are geared for different ages; you won't get the same test at 12 you got at 7. So if your IQ was 127, determined by a standard IQ test, that's your IQ. You have above average intelligence, but you do not fall into genius category.


IQ Scores & Ratings
What is a good IQ score? What is a high IQ score? What is a low IQ score? These are common questions, particularly after someone finds out their score from an IQ test.

Lewis Terman (1916) developed the original notion of IQ and proposed this scale for classifying IQ scores:

Over 140 - Genius or near genius

120 - 140 - Very superior intelligence

110 - 119 - Superior intelligence

90 - 109 - Normal or average intelligence

80 - 89 - Dullness

70 - 79 - Borderline deficiency

Under 70 - Definite feeble-mindedness

Answer 2

I don't know what IQ would be considered genius. But when I was 12, the kids in my class would say the same things to me. And I never believed it, because even though I got A's in all my classes, I did it without ever bringing home a book. I never studied, and I got A's in everything. Which was not exactly a good thing in the long run, but that is beside the point. Don't worry about whether you're a genius or not, or who you're being compared to. Just go with it, and ignore the kids.

If this isn't a solution that works for you, you have some other options. I couldn't just ignore them, like everyone told me to do. So some other choices are to check out some kind of a talent search, for academically gifted kids. Depending on where you live, there's the one sponsored by Johns Hopkins, and another sponsored by Duke University, and a couple of others. You can look for some gifted and talented program at your school, or try talking to the guidance counselors. But chances are (and I'm not trying to crush your dreams or anything, but still) you won't find much for 12 year olds. Good luck, though.

Answer 3

Your IQ isn't age dependant, it should really only vary a few points from childhood onward. IQ test assess your ability not learn-ed knowledge which is why your score won't change. An average score is about 100-110, so a score of 127 is great! Now it doesn't fall into the genius category (approx. 140+) but believe me it is still VERY good.

In regards to your peers, don't worry about them. Even if you had to fight for every A you earned they would still tease you. It's just like every other adult has ever told you, they are jealous. Be yourself and good people will see and appreciate that.

Answer 4

100 is the average IQ for any age. its indexed for your age, so someone who is 12 could score a 127, but someone 18 who answered the exact same way on the test might only get a 98.

127 is pretty good. Genius is considered anything over 140.

Answer 5

Different IQ tests will have a different result. Typically the word genius is limited to the top 2% of IQ scores on a reliable test. If you know the name of the test you can check the Mensa web page to see if you would qualify for being defined as a genius.

Answer 6

You're not a genius, according to the people who developed the IQ test, but you're pretty bright. In IQ terms, "genius" starts at 150 and goes up to about 210.


On the other hand, you might be very smart in ways that the IQ tests didn't measure: one of the brightest, funniest people I ever heard -- the performer Lenny Bruce -- had an IQ of only 108. However, his creativity and ability to find humor in surprising, unexpected places has made millions of people laugh and question authority for over forty years.

Sounds like your problem isn't being overly bright, it's not fitting in. There is a list of nerd/misfit resources in amasci.org/we-nerds. As for myself, who's often been considered over-bright, my best way to deal with "peasants", that is, people who are not, is to simply try a form of protective coloration. Try not to talk about nerd things, instead, find out what dumb stuff people like where you are, and talk about that. Don't try to act dumb, instead, try to make the other person look bright: asking a lot of questions like "What kind of (TV show, music, sports, etc.) do you like?" usually helps.

If people try to bully or make fun of you, stand up and be proud you're smart and they aren't. Hope this helps.

Answer 7

Generally speaking, IQ levels have nothing to do with age. Your intrinsic IQ level remains essentially the same throughout your life. My IQ was in the 170's at your age. I'm now much older and my IQ has remained the same.

I had the same problem when I was in school. I never studied and made almost straight A's. Quit worrying about it and what people might think and call you, and be glad you're smarter than most of society.

Answer 8

Are they a little kid? - Definitely. Babyish? - Damn right. Mature? - More mature than an 8 year old, but not mature enough for relationships, jobs, phones, real problems, sex, ... Yahoo Answers, etc. What do you think of a 12 year old and what age do you consider a "big kid" - I don't understand the first bit, I have to meet the twelve year old to elaborate on that one. And what age to I consider a big kid? That also depends on the person. Do I consider a 6th grader to be much older than a 5th grader? - No.

Answer 9

well when i was 11 my IQ was 116...soo you must be very intelligent.