Academics
The emphasis on student success in academics at Leavenworth High School reflects our commitment to providing a high-quality education and fostering an environment that supports the success of every student, every day.
On this page you will find downloadable PDF files relating to academic offerings at the high school and class offerings at our partner college, KCKCC at Pioneer Career Center. You will also find GPA, grading scale and ACT/SAT information.
If you have questions about anything you see, or are trying to find something not on our website, please contact the LHS front office
by calling 913-684-1550.
Course Options by Grade
Course Request Forms by Grade
GPA and Grading Scale
Leavenworth High School has a weighted grading system. Weighted grades are awarded for Advanced Placement courses on the following basis: A (5.0), B (4.0), C (3.0), D (1.0), and F (0.0). All other classes are based on a 4-3-2-1 system. Rank in class is figured on a cumulative GPA for all classes. GPA is computed by the total number of units attempted.
Grades | GPA | GPA (AP) |
---|---|---|
A= 90-100 | 4.0 | 5.0 |
B= 80-89 | 3.0 | 4.0 |
C= 70-79 | 2.0 | 3.0 |
D= 60-69 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
F= below 60 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
LHS Academic Informational PDFs
The ACT (American College Test) is a college entrance exam. It measures students’ English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning skills. The highest score possible on each test is 36. The Kansas Regents Qualified Admissions score is 21.