HCPSS Grade Calculator
The most accurate final grade calculator for Howard County Public School System students
Final Grade
Letter Grade
A
Quality Points
4.00
Grade Distribution
- • Each quarter: 20%
- • Midterm Exam: 10%
- • Final Exam: 10%
About the HCPSS Grade Calculator
This final grade calculator follows the official HCPSS grading policy (Policy 8020) for middle and high school students. Our grade calculator for HCPSS helps you calculate your final grades based on your quarterly grades, exams, and state assessments.
Understanding HCPSS Grading Policies with Our Final Grade Calculator
Navigating the grading system of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) can be complex for students and parents alike. Our HCPSS grade calculator is designed to simplify this process, providing you with an intuitive tool to accurately compute your academic standing based on official HCPSS grading policies.
Grading Scale
- A (90–100%): Excellent understanding and mastery of the subject matter.
- B (80–89%): Good proficiency in the subject.
- C (70–79%): Satisfactory performance meeting basic standards.
- D (60–69%): Minimal achievement, indicating the need for improvement.
- E (0–59%): Unsatisfactory performance, not meeting the required standards.
Course Assessments
- Full-Year Courses: Typically include four quarterly grades, a midterm, and a final exam. Each quarter contributes 20% to the final grade, while the midterm and final exams each account for 10%.
- Semester Courses: Consist of two quarterly grades and a final exam, with each quarter contributing 40% and the final exam 20% to the overall grade.
State-Assessed Courses
For subjects like Biology and American Government, state assessments play a significant role. Starting from the 2024-2025 school year, these assessments will constitute 20% of the final grade, with each quarter contributing 20%.
Advancement to the next grade level in high school is contingent upon earning a specific number of credits:
- Grade 10: Completion of 5 credits, including one in English or Mathematics, and one year of high school attendance.
- Grade 11: Accumulation of 10 credits, with at least one credit each in English and Mathematics, and two years of high school attendance.
- Grade 12: Achievement of 14 credits, including two in English and two in Mathematics, successful completion of Health I and Lifetime Fitness courses, and three years of high school attendance.
For a comprehensive understanding of these criteria, refer to thePolicy 8020 Implementation Procedures.
Our calculator is designed to align with the official HCPSS grading policies, offering you an accurate reflection of your academic performance. Here's how you can utilize the tool:
- Select Your Course Type: Choose between Full-Year, Semester, or State-Assessed courses to ensure the calculation aligns with the specific grading structure.
- Input Your Grades: Enter your quarterly grades, midterm, final exam, and state assessment scores as applicable. The calculator accepts letter grades (A, B, C, D, E) or corresponding percentage scores.
- View Your Results: The calculator processes your inputs based on HCPSS formulas, providing you with a detailed breakdown of your final grade and GPA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why Use Our HCPSS Grade Calculator
Understanding your academic performance is crucial for setting and achieving educational goals. Our final grade calculator for HCPSS serves as a valuable tool to demystify the grading process, empowering you with the knowledge to navigate your academic journey confidently. This grade calculator for HCPSS students is designed to provide accurate results based on the official Howard County Public School System policies. For detailed information on grading policies, we encourage you to consult the official HCPSS resources linked above.