---
tag: 0VXJHZ1G9J
kind: concept
name: Standard score
aliases: [z-score, standardized-variable]
msc: [62P99]
sources:
  - url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_score
    locator: lead section
same_as:
  wikidata: Q1050272
  wikipedia: Standard score
---

## Summary

The standard score of a value is the number of standard deviations by which it lies above or below the mean.
The node [[standard score|05RZ4YZG4E]] gives the precise definition.