Grading Scale

In the reporting of student progress, it becomes important to be sure that the grades reflect a true picture of each student's standing at the grade level where placed. Also, since the grades are used in promotion and retention of students, it becomes essential that each teacher determine grades using a uniform basis. Consequently, only letter grades shall be recorded on the report card. The existing report card form shall display the percentage to letter grade correlation.

The St. Mary Parish School Board shall use the uniform grading scale established for all schools in Louisiana for grades K-12, as follows: