BMI Percentile Calculator for Child and Teen: Results
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Percent of the 95th Percentile:
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Results
Based on the information entered, the body mass index (BMI) is . This child‘s BMI-for-age is at the is less than the 1st percentile percentile, which means that this child‘s BMI is less greater than the BMIs of % of old s in the reference population used to create CDC‘s growth charts. This child‘s BMI is of the 95th percentile and falls into the category, defined as a BMI that is less than the 5th percentile at or above the 5th to less than the 85th percentile at or above the 85th to less than the 95th percentile at or above the 95th percentile at or above 120% of the 95th percentile for sex and age or a BMI that is at or above 35 kg/m2.
Body mass index-for-age percentiles: , 2 to 20 years
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What does this mean?
BMI is a calculated measure of weight relative to height. BMI is used to assess a child’s physical growth.
Because children and teens are growing, BMI values must be expressed relative to other children of the same sex and age. BMI-for-age percentiles indicate how your child’s BMI compares to BMIs of children of the same sex and age in the reference population used to create the CDC growth charts.
| BMI Category | BMI Range |
|---|---|
| Underweight | Less than the 5th percentile |
| Healthy Weight | 5th percentile to less than the 85th percentile |
| Overweight | 85th percentile to less than the 95th percentile |
| Obesity | 95th percentile or greater |
| Severe Obesity | 120% of the 95th percentile or greater OR a BMI of 35 kg/m2 or greater |
What can parents, caregivers, and teens do?
Discuss the BMI results with your healthcare provider as BMI can relate to overall health and well-being.
Please keep in mind that BMI is a screening measure and is not intended to diagnose disease or illness. This BMI calculator is not meant to serve as a source of clinical guidance and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice.
What can healthcare providers do?
Healthcare providers can assess height, weight, and BMI percentile at least annually for all children to help monitor growth relative to other children of the same age and sex. Healthcare providers can also assess for social and health risk factors, such as food insecurity and family history, and work with the patient and family on an individual plan to identify supports and treatment options. maintain a healthy weight and help prevent chronic conditions. identify supports and treatment options. identify supports and treatment options.
Recommended treatment might include referral to a Family Healthy Weight Program. These are comprehensive, family-based lifestyle change programs that help children and adolescents with overweight or obesity make progress towards a healthier weight through positive behavior changes.
Recommended treatment might include referral to a Family Healthy Weight Program. These are comprehensive, family-based lifestyle change programs that help children and adolescents with overweight or obesity make progress towards a healthier weight through positive behavior changes.
Recommended treatment might include referral to a Family Healthy Weight Program. These are comprehensive, family-based lifestyle change programs that help children and adolescents with overweight or obesity make progress towards a healthier weight through positive behavior changes.
Additional Resources
Health Consequences of Obesity | CDC
Preventing Childhood Obesity: 4 Things Families Can Do | CDC
Health Consequences of Obesity | CDC
Preventing Childhood Obesity: 4 Things Families Can Do | CDC
Tips to Support Healthy Routines for Children and Teens | CDC
Benefits of Eating Healthy | CDC
Water and Healthier Drinks | CDC
Are You Getting Enough Sleep? | CDC
Making Physical Activity a Part of a Child’s Life | CDC
Defining Child BMI Categories | CDC
Other Factors in Weight Gain | Healthy Weight, Nutrition, and Physical Activity | CDC
