GPA Calculation Method

The following courses are weighted 1.1:

  • Physics : Course #355

  • Honors Chemistry: Course #365

  • Advanced Biology: Course #360

  • Calculus: Course #460

All other courses are weighted by 1.0

The GPA calculation formula for the Greenwood Middle/High School can be broken down using six easy steps:

Step #1

Multiply the Quarter Grade by the weighted value for the course.

Step #2

Multiply the sum of the Quarter and the weighted value for the course Potential Credit for the quarter to get the points earned.

Step #3

Add the total Potential Credits for the Quarter.

Step #4

Add the total Points Earned for the Quarter.

Step #5

Divide the total Points Earned by the total Potential Credits for the Quarter.

Step #6

You now have the GPA for the current Quarter.

GPA Calculation Method: Example

Course Description Guide: 2012-2013

If you have any questions, please contact:

Ms. Ellenberger - High School

Mrs. Heiter - Middle School