Quick question! Is a 96% considered an A in most high school grading scales? I'm trying to calculate my GPA and want to make sure I'm classifying my grades correctly.
Yes, in most high school grading scales, a 96% is considered an A grade. However, not all high schools use the same grading scales, so it's important to check your school's specific system. Typically, an A grade ranges from 90% to 100%, and this is often broken down further into:
- A+ for 97-100%
- A for 93-96%
- A- for 90-92%
To calculate your GPA, you'll need to assign each of your letter grades a numerical value, usually on a 4.0 scale:
- A+ = 4.0
- A = 4.0
- A- = 3.7
- B+ = 3.3
- B = 3.0
- B- = 2.7
- C+ = 2.3
- C = 2.0
- C- = 1.7
- D+ = 1.3
- D = 1.0
- D- = 0.7
- F = 0.0
Add up the numerical values for each of your courses, and then divide by the total number of courses to determine your overall GPA. Keep in mind that some schools may use a weighted scale for advanced courses like AP or honors classes, so the exact values for grades in those courses might be different. Be sure to consult your school guidance counselor or refer to your school's grading policies for the specific details on how your GPA is calculated.
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