Child Height Predictor
Estimate how tall a child will be as an adult from the parents’ heights, using the mid-parental height method, with the usual range.
Result
Predicted adult height
5 ft 10 in
- Likely range (about 95% of children)
- 5 ft 6 in to 6 ft 2 in
Common questions
How accurate is height prediction from parents?
Most children end up within about 4 inches (10 cm) of the mid-parental estimate. Nutrition, health and timing of puberty all play a part.