Graduation Requirements

St. Vincent High School students have the potential to earn 32 high school credits with 30 being the minimum for graduation. For specific graduation requirements in each discipline, refer to the School Curriculum Guide. Students are not allowed to graduate early and will take a full 8 credit hours per year. Because of their importance in fulfilling St. Vincent's educational philosophy and mission, successful completion of service hours and participation in retreats are required. 

St. Vincent High School Graduation Requirements

Credits Area of Study Required Classes
4 Religion Religion I, II, III, IV
4 English English I, II, Am. Lit., Lit. Comp. or Comp. Rhet.
3 Social Studies Gov't/ W. His, W. His. II & Am. History
3 Math Algebra I, II, Geometry,
2 Foreign Lang. Spanish I, II
3 Science Physics, Chemistry I, Biology
1 Practical Art Data Proc. -.5 Pers. Fin. -.5
1 Physical Ed.  
1 Fine Art Art/Music/Drama
0.5 Health  
9.5 or 8.5 Electives

St. Vincent Schools -- Grading Scale

The method of grading is as follows:

Letter Grade % Range Grade Points Honors/Weighted Classes
A 95-100 4.0 5.0
A- 93-94 3.67 4.67
B+ 91-92 3.33 4.33
B 89-90 3.0 4.0
B- 87-88 2.67 3.67
C+ 84-86 2.33 3.33
C 81-83 2.0 3.0
C- 78-80 1.67 2.67
D+ 75-77 1.33 2.
D 72-74 1.0 2.0
D- 70-71 0.67 1.67
F 69 and below 0 0

Semester grades will be figured as follows:
- 1st or 3rd quarter grade =40%
- 2nd or 4th quarter grade= 40%
- Semester Exams= 20%