Subject average is the most important indicator of your learning progress. It shows how well you're doing in a particular subject and affects your final report card grade.
What is Subject Average?
Subject average is the average of all grades you received in a particular subject during a semester or school year. It includes grades from tests, quizzes, oral responses, homework, and other forms of assessment.
How to Calculate Subject Average?
To calculate your subject average, you need to know all your grades and their weights. Most schools use weighted averages, where major tests have higher weights than quizzes.
Math example: Test (weight 3): 4, Quiz (weight 1): 5, Quiz (weight 1): 3, Oral (weight 1): 5. Average: (4×3 + 5×1 + 3×1 + 5×1) / (3+1+1+1) = 25/6 = 4.17
Subject Average at End of Semester
At the end of the semester, teachers assign grades based on your weighted average. Typically, an average of 4.50 or higher gives you a grade of 5, and an average of 3.50-4.49 gives you a 4. Exact thresholds depend on the school and teacher. Use our calculator to check what grade you might receive.
How to Raise Your Subject Average?
Focus on high-weight grades - major tests and class assignments. One good grade on a test can significantly raise your average. Regularly check your average and use our calculator to plan how much you need on your next assessment.