The following percentages and letter grades have been set by the Archdiocese to be used for grading:
A 93 – 100%
B+ 90 – 92%
B 87 – 89%
B- 85 – 86%
C+ 80 – 84%
C 75 – 79%
C- 70 – 74%
D 65 – 69%
F Below 65%
O = Outstanding
G = Good
S = Satisfactory
NI = Needs Improvement
Academic grades are based on achievement including homework, neatness, following directions, class participation, evaluation of progress, and the ability to use knowledge effectively. Remember: the grade DOES NOT indicate the capability of the student, rather the PERFORMANCE of that individual during a given time. As a basic guideline, the definition of each grade is:
A - Quality of all work is OUTSTANDING/SUPERIOR. This student completes all assignments, shows enthusiasm in the subject, participates frequently in class, uses knowledge effectively, and completes work at above level. "A" is not normally a common grade.
B - Quality of work is above average. This student exhibits consistently good mastery of the subject matter. All work is completed and there is very good class participation.
C - All assignments are completed. Work is done in an acceptable and neat manner. The student has satisfactory knowledge of the subject. The student, however, has not gone beyond minimum expectations. Work is average. This grade should not be considered poor (unless a child is working below ability level).
D - Although this is considered a passing grade, work shows a below average grasp of the subject. A bare minimum of work is completed; reasons for this grade include at least one of the following:
negligence in completing assignments and class work, poor participation, poor test and quiz results.
F - Quality or quantity of work is so far below what is expected that it cannot be considered adequate for passing. An "F' indicates poor achievement and poor effort. Any student who consistently works to the best of their ability will receive a passing grade.
