Do I still have a chance to graduate?

Question

I'm going into 11th grade (Junior Year) and I have a 1.74 GPA unweighted.

I did fairly well on the PSAT last year (1400) so I'm not too stressed about the SAT but only about raising my GPA. Can I still pass without getting straight A's?

Answer 1

It depends on your state. Some states allow lower passing rates but some don't. Your SAT's don't factor into GPA, so don't worry about that. A 1.74 GPA is about a 67-68, so, at least in NY, this is passing. If your school requires a 2.0 (75%), then it might be hard. But let's look at an example (Don't worry- I did the math)

67% (9-10)

Let's say you get a B in every class. Assuming you get a B final average for 11th and 12th grade, you are looking at the following:

67+67+85+85=304/4=76=2.1

So, if you get a B in every class (on average), then you should definately pass. As far as that "B", that is average. So if you get an A+ in one class and a B- in another, it will come out about the same. f you work hard, I think you can do it! Good luck!

Answer 2

I would talk to your guidance counselor about the situation. I really do think you can pass without making straight A's. You just need to do the BEST you absolutely can.