Awarding of Credits and Diplomas / Grading and Reporting

At Legacy Online Middle and High School, a conventional A-F grading system is

utilized, and instructors determine mid-course and final grades according to the

following criteria:

A - Approximate average of 90-100%

The student has effectively demonstrated an exceptional

understanding of all course outcomes, with all coursework

completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.

B - Approximate average of 80-89%

The student has effectively demonstrated a solid understanding

of all course outcomes, with all coursework completed at a

commendable level of quality and typically in a timely manner.

C - Approximate average of 70-79%

The student has demonstrated an acceptable understanding of

most course outcomes, with all coursework completed

reasonably promptly.

D - Approximate average of 60-69%

The student has shown some understanding of the most critical

course outcomes, with all major coursework successfully

completed.

P - 60-100%

This indicates that the student has met the requirements

necessary to pass the course, without holding any specific grade

value.

F - Approximate average of below 59%

The student has not demonstrated sufficient learning to earn

credit for the course, and their work consistently fell short in

terms of quality.

IN - Incomplete

This is assigned when major coursework remains unfinished, and

the final grade is withheld until the required coursework is

completed and submitted, with a temporary F initially assigned.

W - Withdrawn

This grade is given when a student officially withdraws from the

class within one month after the last engagement, with a final F

assigned if two months pass since the last engagement.

Course Weighting and GPA Calculation

At Legacy Online School, student GPAs are calculated based on the weight assigned

to each course level. The grading scale follows standard weighting practices to reflect

the rigor of the coursework.

GPA Weighting Scale:

• Regular Courses: Unweighted (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0)
• Honors Courses: Receive an additional 0.5 weight (A = 4.5, B = 3.5, C = 2.5, D = 1.5, F = 0.0)
• AP, IB, AICE, and Dual Enrollment Courses: Receive an additional 1.0 weight

(A = 5.0, B = 4.0, C = 3.0, D = 2.0, F = 0.0)

This weighting system ensures that students who take more challenging courses

receive appropriate recognition for their efforts when calculating their GPA. Parents

and students should consider these weight differences when selecting courses, as

they may impact class rank, eligibility for scholarships, and college admissions.

For any questions regarding course selection and GPA calculations, families may

consult with the Learning Support Specialist (LSS) team.