CUSD 300 Grading Policy

CUSD 300 Grade Scale

CUSD 300 employs a standardized grading scale for middle and high school students. The grading scale is as follows:

GradePercentage Range
A90-100%
B80-89%
C70-79%
D60-69%
FBelow 60%

Example

To illustrate how final grades are calculated, let’s consider the following example. Assume a student receives the following grades in different assessments:

AssessmentWeight (%)Grade (%)
Homework2085
Quizzes3078
Midterm Exam2590
Final Exam2588

The final grade is calculated as follows:

Final Grade Calculation:

Final Grade=(85×0.20)+(78×0.30)+(90×0.25)+(88×0.25)

Final Grade=17+23.4+22.5+22Final Grade=17+23.4+22.5+22

Final Grade=84.9Final Grade=84.9

Thus, the final grade is 84.9.

Grading Policy

  • Middle School Policy:
  • Grades are determined by a combination of formative (homework, classwork) and summative assessments (tests, projects).
  • Formative assessments constitute 40% of the grade.
  • Summative assessments constitute 60% of the grade.
  • High School Policy:
  • Grading is divided into categories such as homework, quizzes, tests, and exams.
  • Each category has a specific weight contributing to the final grade.
  • Regular updates on students’ progress are provided through the parent portal.

FAQs

Q1: What is the minimum passing grade in CUSD 300?
A: The minimum passing grade is 60%, which is a D.

Q2: How often are grades updated?
A: Grades are updated regularly and can be viewed by parents and students through the parent portal.

Q3: Are there any opportunities for grade improvement?
A: Yes, students can improve their grades through extra credit assignments and retake policies for certain assessments.

Q4: How are final exams weighted in the overall grade?
A: Final exams typically account for 25% of the overall grade in high school courses.

Q5: What resources are available for students who need extra help?
A: CUSD 300 provides tutoring services, after-school programs, and access to online resources for additional support.

Q6: How are grades communicated to parents?
A: Grades are communicated through report cards and the parent portal, where parents can monitor their child’s progress.

Q7: Where can I find more detailed information about CUSD 300’s grading policy?
A: For more detailed information, visit the CUSD 300 website at www.d300.org.

Now that you understand the CUSD 300’s grading policy, calculate your final grade with our easy-to-use grade calculator or final grade calculator!