What is a passing grade in high school?

In most high schools, a passing grade is generally considered to be a D, which is typically a 60% or 65%, depending on the school's grading scale. However, simply passing with a D may not be sufficient for graduation requirements, college admission, or certain career paths. A C (70% or 75%) is often seen as the minimum acceptable grade.

For key subjects such as Mathematics, English%20Language%20Arts, Science, and Social%20Studies, a higher grade than a D is usually recommended, especially if you plan to attend college. Many colleges require a minimum GPA, which is significantly affected by receiving multiple D grades.