Detroit City Schools Grading Policy

Detroit City Schools Grading Policy

Detroit City Schools Grade Scale

Detroit City Schools use a detailed grading scale to evaluate student performance. The grading scale is as follows:

GradePercentage RangeGPA Equivalent
A93-100%4.0
A-90-92%3.7
B+87-89%3.3
B83-86%3.0
B-80-82%2.7
C+77-79%2.3
C73-76%2.0
C-70-72%1.7
D+67-69%1.3
D63-66%1.0
D-60-62%0.7
F0-59%0.0

Example

To calculate the final grade, consider a student with the following grades:

AssignmentPercentage
Homework85%
Midterm Exam78%
Project92%
Final Exam88%

Using the grading scale, the student’s final grade is calculated as follows:

Grade ComponentPercentageWeighted Score
Homework (20%)85%17.0
Midterm (25%)78%19.5
Project (25%)92%23.0
Final Exam (30%)88%26.4
Total85.9

Thus, the final grade is 85.9%, which corresponds to a B.

Grading Policy

  • Middle School: Grading is based on a combination of tests, quizzes, homework, and participation. Emphasis is placed on understanding and mastery of core subjects.
  • High School: Grades are calculated based on a variety of assessments including exams, projects, and class participation. Advanced Placement (AP) courses have weighted grades to reflect their increased difficulty.

FAQs

  1. How is GPA calculated in Detroit City Schools?
    GPA is calculated by averaging the GPA equivalent of all final grades.
  2. Are there any weighted grades for advanced courses?
    Yes, AP courses and other advanced classes have weighted grades.
  3. What is the passing grade for high school students?
    A passing grade is any grade above 60%.
  4. Can students retake exams or assignments?
    Policies on retakes vary by school. Check with your specific school for details.
  5. Where can I find more information on the grading policy?
    For more details, visit the Detroit City Schools Grading Policy.

Now that you understand the Detroit City Schools’ grading policy, calculate your final grade with our easy-to-use grade calculator or final grade calculator!