Rubric Generator
Build a grading rubric from a ready-made template or from scratch. Edit criteria, performance levels, descriptors, and points, then copy it as a table or print it.
Start from a template
| Criterion | Points | Remove | ||||
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Essay Rubric
| Criterion | Excellent | Good | Satisfactory | Needs Improvement | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thesis & Focus | Clear, insightful thesis sustained throughout the essay. | Clear thesis with only minor drift in places. | Thesis present but vague or inconsistently followed. | No identifiable thesis or central focus. | 20 |
| Organization | Logical structure with smooth, purposeful transitions. | Mostly logical; transitions occasionally abrupt. | Some organization, but ideas jump around. | Little discernible structure or paragraphing. | 20 |
| Evidence & Support | Strong, well-cited evidence supports every claim. | Solid evidence with a few unsupported claims. | Limited or loosely related evidence. | Claims are largely unsupported. | 25 |
| Analysis | Original analysis that goes well beyond summary. | Good analysis with some summary padding. | Mostly summary with occasional analysis. | Retells sources without any analysis. | 20 |
| Grammar & Mechanics | Virtually error-free prose. | A few minor errors that never impede meaning. | Frequent errors that sometimes distract the reader. | Errors seriously impede readability. | 15 |
| Total | 100 | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I create a grading rubric?
- Pick a template (Essay, Presentation, Group Project, or Lab Report) or start blank, then edit the criteria rows, the four performance-level columns, the descriptor in each cell, and the points per criterion. The finished rubric previews live below.
- Can I rename the performance levels?
- Yes. The four level names (Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Needs Improvement by default) are editable column headers — type any labels you like, such as 4/3/2/1 or Exceeds/Meets/Approaching/Beginning.
- How do I get the rubric into Google Docs or Word?
- Use Copy as Tab-Separated and paste into Google Docs, Word, Excel, or Sheets — the tabs become table columns. Copy as Markdown gives you a Markdown table for wikis, LMS pages, or README files.
- Can I print the rubric?
- Yes. Click Print and only the finished rubric table is sent to the printer — the editor controls and page chrome are hidden automatically.
- Is the rubric generator free?
- Completely free, with no account or sign-up. Everything runs in your browser, so your rubric never leaves your device.