Grading Procedures
Grading for the band classes at West is very simple. Each portion of the band grade constitutes a percentage of the final quarter grade. The breakdown of the grade can be seen below. At the conclusion of each semester, every student in a band class will take a final exam, per district guidelines.
Each class is designed so that students can easily earn an A by actively participating in class activities and attending performances. Outside-of-classtime commitments are minimal and the occasional assignments are often given with a week to turn in for full credit. Playing assessment information is often given in advance and individual help is always available at the student’s request!
OASD Grading Scale
Progress Report Grading
93.0% - 100% = A
90.0% - 92.9% = A-
87.0% - 89.9% = B+
83.0% - 86.9% = B
80.0% - 82.9% = B-
77.0% - 79.9% = C+
73.0% - 76.9% = C
70.0% - 72.9% = C-
67.0% - 69.9% = D+
63.0% - 66.9% = D
60.0% - 62.9% = D-
00.0% - 59.9% = F
Formative Assessments (20%)
Summative Assessments (80%)
Semester Grading
Formative Assessments (18%)
Summative Assessments (72%)
Final Exam (10%)