Types of GPAs

GPA:  GPA is calculated as follows:  A=4.0  B=3.0  C=2.0  D=1.0  (Pluses or minuses do not add or subtract points)    

Cumulative GPA:  The grade point average earned for all high school courses attempted (including Geometry H and world language in the 8th grade, if taken) computed by dividing the total number of points received from grades by the total number of courses taken. 

Scholastic GPA:  The grade point average earned for all high school courses (including Geometry H and foreign language in the 8th grade, if taken) except physical education.

State GPA: The grade point average earned for all high school courses except physical education earned after 9th grade.

Weighted GPA:  Based on Scholastic GPA, all Honors and AP courses use a GPA calculation of 5.0 for a grade of A, 4.0 for a grade of B, and 3.0 for a grade of C. Grades of D and F do not earn extra weight. The Weighted GPA is used for rank by decile only, as our school does not publish individual class rank.

Indexed GPA:  All Honors and AP courses earn an additional .02 points for an "A" and .01 points for a "B."  These additional points are added to the Scholastic GPA to compute the Indexed GPA. The Indexed GPA is used to determine valedictorian.

GPA and Athletics/Activities:  A 2.0 grade point average is the minimum required for participation in co-curricular activities (clubs, dance team, band, ASB, cheerleading, choir, and athletics.)  The grade point average is based upon the most recent semester or quarter grades and includes grades in all classes completed.  A student must pass at least four (4) classes in a semester to be eligible for co-curricular activities, regardless of GPA.  In order to maintain eligibility, a student must have a 2.0 GPA at each quarter marking period and be passing in four subjects.  Representing Westlake High School on an interscholastic athletic team or co-curricular activity is a privilege.  Therefore, when students participate in athletics or co-curricular activities, they agree to follow the rules and requirements established for participation.