Percentile.
A percentile says where a score sits compared with a reference group.
What it means
A 70th percentile score means the response pattern is higher than about 70 out of 100 people in the reference group. It is a relative position, not a school grade.
What it does not mean
It does not mean 70% good, 70% complete, or 70% of a trait. Each dimension has trade-offs at both ends.
Personome example
If Energy is at the 35th percentile, the person usually reports less social activation, visibility and action than most people in the reference group. That can be useful in quiet, deliberate work and costly in contexts that require fast visible momentum.
FAQ
Is a 70th percentile score 70 out of 100?
No. It means higher than about 70 out of 100 people in the reference group.
Is a higher percentile always better?
No. Personome treats each dimension as a tendency with strengths, costs and context.
Why do percentiles depend on norms?
Because a percentile compares one score with a reference group. When the reference group changes, the percentile can change too.