Course Weighting Overview
Course weighting reflects the level of rigor of a course and how it is calculated into a student’s GPA. Standard (unweighted) courses are calculated on a 4.0 scale, while advanced courses—such as Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment, and other designated advanced courses receive additional weight to recognize the increased academic challenge.
Weighted courses can positively impact a student’s weighted GPA, but they do not replace the importance of strong performance in all coursework. Students are encouraged to choose courses that balance academic challenge, interests, and overall well-being while meeting graduation and post-secondary goals.
| Grade | Score | Regular | Honors (+0.5) | Advanced Placement / Dual Enrollment (+1.0) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 3.51-4.0 | 4 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| B | 3.01-3.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| C | 2.51-3.0 | 2 | 2.5 | 3.0 |
| D | 2.01-2.5 | 1 | 1.5 | 2.0 |