Chicago Public Schools GPA Calculator
Chicago Public Schools in Illinois 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 Illinois. Illinois's competitive college prep landscape, especially in the Chicago metro area, makes weighted GPA critical for selective enrollment.
How CPS-CHICAGO Math Works Under the Hood:
Chicago Public Schools 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
Chicago Public Schools 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 Illinois public high schools, including Chicago Public Schools, 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%.