Understanding where students are in relation to mastery of Common Core standards helps teachers and parents know if students need additional help, if students are proficient, or if students need further enrichment. At Quest Academy, students grades are determined by student performance on various grade level assessments. Students are given multiple opportunities to demonstrate mastery and proficiency of standards. For example, if a student receives a below proficiency score, he/she will not only be retaught but will also have the opportunity to raise his/her score by retaking the assessment multiple times throughout the term. We are excited about the implementation of this model and for the opportunities that will be offered to our students for academic growth. 

Elementary Grading Scale
4 – 100%-90%  – The student demonstrates mastery of the standard (can apply and teach).
3 – 89%-80% – The student demonstrates proficiency of the standard.
2 – 79%-60% – The student is approaching proficiency.
1 – 59%-0% – The student is well below proficiency.

This video explains the new grading procedure. 
Mastery Grading Procedure Video