Level 3 courses are standard level courses and thus are not weighted. Level 3 courses have the L3 designation in the course number.
Course Catalog
The James Monroe High School Course of Studies has been prepared to assist students and their parents in making decisions concerning the course offerings that are best suited to each student's specific interests, prerequisites, and academic aptitude. To ensure their greatest success and enjoyment of the high school experience, it is imperative that students carefully assess their strengths and consider their future plans when selecting their courses for the coming year.
Grading Scales
What are weighted grades?
Weighted grades are letter grades that are assigned different values based on the academic rigor of the course.
What is the purpose of a weighted grading system?
Weighted grades provide an incentive for students to challenge themselves academically. This method rewards students who take tougher courses, recognizes higher levels of academic accomplishment, and provides a balanced system of grading for JM's varied academic offerings. The weighted grading system encourages students to enroll in our most rigorous academic courses in an effort to not only maximize preparation for their post-secondary education but to be more competitive when applying for college scholarships and admission.
How are courses weighted at JM?
Level 2 courses are considered to be advanced and are weighted accordingly. Level 2 courses have the L2 designation in the course number.
Level 1 courses include Honors, Dual Enrollment (DE), and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. These classes are weighted accordingly. Level 1 courses have the L1 designation in the course number.
Grading Scale | Quality Credit Points | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Letter Grade | Percentage | Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1 |
A+ | 97-100 | 4.25 | 4.75 | 5.25 |
A | 94-96 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
A- | 90-93 | 3.75 | 4.25 | 4.75 |
B+ | 87-89 | 3.25 | 3.75 | 4.25 |
B | 84-86 | 3.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 |
B- | 80-83 | 2.75 | 3.25 | 3.75 |
C+ | 77-79 | 2.25 | 2.75 | 3.25 |
C | 74-76 | 2.0 | 2.5 | 3.0 |
C- | 70-73 | 1.75 | 2.25 | 2.75 |
D+ | 67-69 | 1.25 | 1.75 | 2.25 |
D | 64-66 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 2.0 |
D- | 60-63 | 0.75 | 1.25 | 1.75 |
F | 0-59 | 0 | 0 | 0 |