Chance of passing Step 2 CK
The passing score is 218. Below, real outcomes from 2,480 score reports show the share who reached 218, 240 and 250, grouped by their average across scaled practice tests (NBME, UWSA, AMBOSS SA).
| Practice average | Reached 218 | 240+ | 250+ | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200–209 | 94% | 22% | 0% | 18 |
| 210–217 | 96% | 37% | 1% | 67 |
| 218–224 | 98% | 69% | 25% | 127 |
| 225–229 | 146/146 observed | 90% | 42% | 146 |
| 230–239 | 510/510 observed | 92% | 64% | 510 |
| 240–249 | 667/667 observed | 98% | 86% | 667 |
| 250+ | 939/939 observed | 99% | 98% | 939 |
These historical shares describe self-selected public score reports, which may overrepresent passing and higher-scoring outcomes. They are not readiness thresholds. The main predictor estimates the probability of reaching any cutoff from your exact tests and timing.
Common questions
What is the passing score for Step 2 CK?
The minimum passing score is 218.
What practice scores suggest you are ready to pass?
The table shows how often reported outcomes reached the 218-point standard at each practice-test average. These self-selected reports are descriptive, not an individualized readiness threshold.
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