Hey everyone, I just got my paper back and scored a 95. It's a very high score, but I'm confused whether it counts as an A. Do different schools have differing grading scales? How does your school categorize it?
Hello there! Congratulations on your high score! The categorization of numerically scored grades often depends on the individual school's grading system or even the specific policy of a class or a professor within a specific college. Generally speaking, in most institutions, a score of 90+ is often considered an A grade. Therefore, your 95 would fall into the A category.
However, you must remember that every school's grading scale may vary. Some might use plusses and minuses along with letter grades (an A-, A, or an A+), while others might include the range for an A as 93-100 rather than 90-100. It's always a good idea to double-check your specific school's or class's grading policies so as to not have any surprises come report card time!
For example, a school might use a scale such as this:
- A: 90-100
- B: 80-89.99
- C: 70-79.99
- D: 60-69.99
- F: below 60
But again, this will vary based on the specific policies of your institution. An instructor's syllabus or the school's student handbook would typically include such details. You might want to check there, or reach out to your teacher or academic advisor for further clarity. Good luck!
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