Illinois Report Card (2024)

FAQs

Is a 2 good on a report card? ›

A “2” reflects normal progress and is expected in the first two trimesters. A students is expected to progress towards meeting the standards over the course of the year because the standards are end of grade-level expectations. The goal is for all students to be at a level “3” by the end of the school year.

A -- Excellent progress at the level of instruction indicated 90 – 100%. B -- Above Average progress at the level of instruction indicated 80 – 89%. C -- Average progress at the level of instruction indicated 70 – 79%.

Comments on report cards can provide valuable insights into a student's academic behaviour and performance. Identifying recurring themes in the feedback can help highlight consistent strengths and areas needing ongoing support.

High school grades do matter. When your student makes higher grades in high school and maintains a high GPA, they open themselves up to more college choices. Keeping a focus on grades will not only increase chances for college admissions, but can also lead to merit scholarships.

A 2 will mean the student is meeting the expectation of progress to be on track toward meeting that Standard by the end of the year and/or is working within grade level standard (Progressing towards grade level standard) A 3 will mean that they have met the year end Standard (Meets grade level standard)

A+, A, A- indicates excellent performance. B+, B, B- indicates good performance. C+, C, C- indicates satisfactory performance. D+, D, D- indicates less than satisfactory performance.

The minimum grade needed to pass on a report card varies by educational institution and grading system. Commonly, a passing grade is a D, equating to 60-70% on a numerical scale. Some schools may require a higher minimum, like a C or 70-75%.

In summary, while an 80 is generally considered a good grade, it's essential to evaluate how this grade fits within the context of your school's grading scale, the difficulty of the course, your GPA and class rank, and the selectivity of the colleges you're applying to.

A 92 is generally considered a good grade, as it usually falls within the range of an A or A- in the typical grading scale.

Most college admissions committees consider your 11th-grade transcript to be the most important.

What does Q mean on a report card? ›

Marks: There are three columns for grades: Column P – Progress Report; Q – Quarter Grade; FG – Final Grade.

Welcome to your junior year of high school, often cited as the most important year when it comes to college admissions. Why? Because it's the last full year of high school that colleges will see when reviewing your applications.

1. GPA Impact: One D will indeed lower your GPA, but the effect depends on the number of classes you've taken and the grades you've received in the other courses. You can calculate your updated GPA to see how significantly it has been impacted.

Will one “C” ruin my GPA in high school? While receiving a “C” will impact your GPA, it will certainly not ruin it. That “C” won't ruin your chances of getting into college either. However, how leniently colleges view the “C” will largely depend on what grade you received it in.

In the American grading system, a D is a 1 on the 4 point grading scale (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0). Most American colleges and high schools require a 2.0 (C) average to maintain “good standing” as a student.

The national average for a GPA is around 3.0 and a 2.0 GPA puts you below that average. A 2.0 GPA means that you've gotten only C-s and D+s in your high school classes so far. Since this GPA is significantly below a 2.0, it will make things very difficult for you in the college application process.

Remember, college admissions officers evaluate applicants holistically, by taking into consideration many factors beyond standardized test scores. So, while a 2 on an AP exam isn't ideal, it doesn't have to be a deal-breaker.

Is a 2:2 degree good? Yes it is, and don't let anybody tell you otherwise! Completing a university degree is a difficult undertaking and anybody who leaves with a certificate saying they passed should be proud. In recent years, the number of students getting 2:2s has dropped, while the number getting firsts has risen.