Madera Unified Grade Scale
Madera Unified School District uses a standard letter grading system to evaluate student achievement. The grading scale is as follows:
| Grade | Percentage Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A | 90-100% | Excellent |
| B | 80-89% | Above Average |
| C | 70-79% | Average |
| D | 60-69% | Below Average |
| F | 0-59% | Failing |
Example
To calculate the final grade, consider the following example:
| Assignment | Percentage Weight | Score (%) | Weighted Score (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homework | 20% | 85% | 17% |
| Midterm Exam | 30% | 78% | 23.4% |
| Final Project | 25% | 92% | 23% |
| Participation | 10% | 100% | 10% |
| Final Exam | 15% | 88% | 13.2% |
| Total | 100% | 86.6% (B) |
Grading Policy
- Middle School: Uses standards-based grading alongside traditional letter grades to provide a comprehensive evaluation of student performance.
- High School: Follows a traditional letter grading system with GPA calculations for college admission considerations.
- Homework and Assignments: Make up a significant portion of the overall grade.
- Exams and Projects: Weighted heavily to assess cumulative understanding.
- Participation: Encourages active engagement in the classroom.
FAQs
1. How does Madera Unified calculate GPA?
GPA is calculated by converting letter grades to grade points (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, etc.) and averaging them across all courses.
2. Are there any honors or AP courses with weighted grades?
Yes, honors and AP courses are weighted, giving extra points to GPA calculations (e.g., A = 5.0).
3. What is the policy on late assignments?
Late assignments may be accepted with a penalty, but this varies by teacher and school.
4. How can parents monitor their child’s progress?
Parents can use the district’s online portal to track grades, attendance, and assignments.
5. Where can I find more information about Madera Unified’s grading policies?
Visit the Madera Unified website for more details.
6. What is the retake policy for exams and quizzes?
Retake policies are determined by individual teachers, though some schools have standardized guidelines.
7. Are there any resources to help calculate grades?
Yes, now that you understand Madera Unified’s grading policy, calculate your final grade with our easy-to-use Grade Calculator or Final Grade Calculator.