The Superintendent's Blog

Millard Public Schools is making a change to our grading system at the start of next year. Beginning in August of 2025, we will transition from a 7-point grading scale to a 10-point grading scale. I want everyone to understand what is coming, so this blog tackles the questions I’ve been asked the most.

What will this look like?

You will see that a mark of a 1 will be earned with a grade ranging from 90 to 100 percent. Right now the range for a 1 is 93 to 100 percent. The other big change you will notice is that the current 1 through 5 marking system will be replaced by the A through F marking system.

Why is Millard making this change?
Many schools across the country use the 10-point grading scale because it provides greater consistency and alignment with higher education standards. Here’s why Millard Public Schools is making the shift:

• Better Alignment with Colleges & Other Schools:
  Most colleges, universities, and K-12 districts, including our own dual enrollment post secondary partners (e.g., UNO, Metro Community College, etc.), use the 10-point grading scale. This change ensures that our students' GPAs are more comparable when applying for college and scholarships.
  
  

• Encourages Academic Growth:
  By allowing a slightly wider range for an A, students are motivated to strive for excellence without the fear that a small difference in percentage points could significantly impact their GPA. We want our grading scale to encourage students to take the most rigorous courses with less fear of those classes impacting their GPA.

How will this affect my children?
Here is what students can expect:

• No curriculum will change. This is simply an adjustment to how letter grades are assigned.
  
  

• Students participating in dual enrollment will now be assigned the same grade based on the same scale for both Millard and their post secondary institution.

• Students will remain competitive for scholarships and college admissions with grades that align more closely with other districts.
  
  

• Standards will remain high. A student passing a class will have to meet the same minimum proficiency standards as is the case now.

What happens next?
The district is working closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure a smooth transition. We are committed to supporting students, parents, and staff through this transition. More details will be shared in the coming weeks and during back-to-school meetings in the fall.

Thank you for taking the time to stay up to date with Millard! If you have any questions as we make the transition, please reach out to your children’s school.