A scholar’s grade point average (GPA) is based on final grades. GPA is computed through the use of “credits attempted” and “honor points.”
A 4.0 honor points
B 3.0 honor points
C 2.0 honor points
D 1.0 honor points
E 0.0 honor points
Pluses and minuses do not count. For example, a B+, B and B- are each worth 1.5 honor points. The number of credits attempted is divided into the number of honor points earned to determine the grade point average (GPA).
EXAMPLE: First Semester
| Class | Credits Attempted | Final Grade | Honor Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | .5 | B | 1.5 |
| Science | .5 | D | .5 |
| Algebra | .5 | A | 2.0 |
| Spanish | .5 | C | 1.0 |
| Physical Ed | .5 | B | 1.5 |
| TOTAL | 2.5 | 6.5 |
6.5 divided by 2.5 = 2.6 Grade Point Average
Final grades assigned for an Advanced Placement (AP), a recognized Dual Enrollment Course, or an IB Diploma Programme (11th and 12th grade) course will receive a weighted GPA. Each final grade earned will be weighted by a factor of 1.25 per course (the final grade earned is multiplied by 1.25). The weighted GPA is considered as part of the valedictorian ranking.