Interpretation of the MMSE
Posted by dkwinter
Method Score Interpretation
Single cutoff <24 Abnormal
Range

<21

>25

Increased odds of dementia

Decreased odds of dementia

Education

<21

<23

<24

Abnormal for 8th grade eduation

Abnormal for high school education

Abnormal for college education

Severity

0-17

18-23

24-30

Severe cognitive impairment

Mild cognitive impairment

No cognitive impairment

 

See also: MMSE Interactive Online Calculator