In PowerSchool, grades are determined by converting a student's course proficiency score into a traditional letter grade. This system provides a clear representation of academic achievement based on a comprehensive evaluation of overall standard scores.
How Grades Are Determined
The process begins with the overall standard scores that a student achieves in a course. These individual scores are then averaged together to calculate a course proficiency score. This proficiency score is a numerical value that reflects a student's mastery and understanding of the course material.
Once the course proficiency score is established, it is converted into a standard letter grade. This conversion uses a specific scale to translate the numerical proficiency into an easily recognizable grade, ranging from A to F.
PowerSchool Grading Scale
The following table outlines how the course proficiency score corresponds to the final letter grade in PowerSchool:
| Course Proficiency Score | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 3.00 - 4.00 | A |
| 2.50 - 2.99 | B |
| 2.00 - 2.49 | C |
| 1.50 - 1.99 | D |
| 0.00 - 1.49 | F |
This conversion scale ensures consistency and provides a standardized method for evaluating student performance across different courses.
