Austin Independent School District GPA Calculator
Austin Independent School District in Texas uses a 5-point weighted scale for advanced coursework. AP and IB classes earn a full +1.0 weight (A = 5), while Honors classes earn a +0.5 weight (A = 4.5). This means AP courses are worth 50% more GPA weight than Honors in Texas. Under Texas's Top 10% Rule, class rank (determined by weighted GPA) can guarantee admission to any Texas public university.
How AUSTIN-ISD Math Works Under the Hood:
Austin Independent School District uses standard weighted scales. This calculator automatically assigns an 'A' in an AP/IB class as 5 points, and an 'A' in an Honors class as 4.5 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
Austin Independent School District uses a weighted 5-point scale. An A in an AP or IB class is worth 5 points, an A in Honors is worth 4.5 points, and an A in a regular class is worth 4 points.
The maximum weighted GPA is 5 if every class is AP or IB level and every grade is an A. In practice, most students have a mix of regular and advanced classes, so a weighted GPA above 4.5 is exceptional.
Most Texas public high schools, including Austin Independent School District, do not use plus/minus grading for GPA calculation. An A (90-100%) is worth the full 4 points regardless of whether it is a 91% or a 99%.