grade point

American  

noun

Education.

1. a numerical equivalent to a received letter grade, usually 0 for F, 1 for D, 2 for C, 3 for B, and 4 for A, that is multiplied by the number of credits for the course: used to compute a grade point average.

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Etymology

Origin of grade point

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

“The top scholar award is given each year to the student with the highest grade point average across all academic subjects.”

From Literature

“It smelled like chemicals, really strong … It made me dizzy,” said Raquel, who graduated from high school with a 4.0 grade point average and now attends college.

From Los Angeles Times

As high school progressed, Anthony gave “the appearance of thriving,” Neal said: a 4.6 grade point average, two part-time jobs, a busy social life.

From Los Angeles Times

They include a student who graduated from high school with a 4.0 grade point average and several others who now attend California universities.

From Los Angeles Times

Williams, who has a 3.8 grade point average and plans to graduate in December, said he hopes to be part of the start of a rebirth in championing players from the inner city.

From Los Angeles Times