Grading Scale
The Santa Clara Unweighted Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated based on all courses. Each grade is given a specific number of points as follows:
- A - 4.0
- B - 3.0
- C - 2.0
- D -1.0
- F - 0.0
- The Santa Clara Weighted GPA is calculated based on all courses. A grade of A, B, or C in an Honors or Advanced Placement course earns an extra point (i.e. A=5.0).
- The University of California and California State University schools calculate GPA based on UC/CSU approved courses in 10th and 11th grade. Your counselor can help you determine this GPA.
D. COLLEGE AND "D's" and "F's"
While a grade of 'D' is considered passing for receiving a diploma, it is not accepted for college entrance. If a student has received a 'D' or 'F' in any class, they should meet with their counselor at the earliest opportunity to make a plan to retake the course.
E. GRADING SCALE
All teachers in computing assignments, tests, and report cards will use the following scale:
A+ 97-100%
A 93-96 %
A- 90-92%
B+ 87-89%
B 83-86%
B- 80-82%
C+ 77-79%
C 73-76%
C- 70-72%
D+ 67-69%
D 63-66%
D- 60-62%
F 59.9999% and below
