Grading System
To indicate scholastic progress, Elmwood Park High School uses the following grades and percentage ranges:
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A |
90-100 percent |
WP |
Withdrawn — Pass |
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B |
80-89.9 percent |
WF |
Withdrawn — Fail |
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C |
70-79.9 percent |
P |
Pass |
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D |
60-69.9 percent |
T |
Audit |
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F |
0-59.9 percent |
I |
Incomplete |
Please note that incomplete grades must be made up by the end of the next grading period. Any incomplete grades not completed will become a grade of "F."
Grade Point Average
The grade point average for an EPHS student is computed by adding the grade points received in all subjects and dividing by the number of units attempted.
GPA is calculated at the end of each grading period. It is used to determine the honor roll for each grading period and the class rank.
Grade Weights
EPHS courses are divided into three types: Advanced Placement (AP), Honors and Regular.
Different weights are assigned to the grades given in each type of course. The following table lists the different weights and the courses in which they apply:
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT |
HONORS |
REGULAR |
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A = 6 points |
A = 5 points |
A = 4 points |
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► AP Calculus AB |
► Accounting* *Course qualifies as dual credit |
► All courses other |