report card

noun

1. a written report containing an evaluation of a pupil's scholarship and behavior, sent periodically to the pupil's parents or guardian, usually on a card containing marks and comments together with a record of attendance.

2. a history or record of performance or accomplishment as adjudged by others.

   The administration has a good report card on farm policy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of report card¹

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30

Example Sentences

Ofsted confirmed earlier this month it would push ahead with the new report cards, which include a five-point grading scale across multiple areas, from November.

From BBC

Imagine how often that flag could be raised each time Elyjah Staples, the school’s star outside linebacker, earned an A on his report card?

From Los Angeles Times

Heal the Bay has released its annual report card on California beaches.

From Los Angeles Times

He still gets all A’s on his report card and is headed to Pomona-Pitzer, which isn’t exactly easy to get into.

From Los Angeles Times

He said the new report cards would provide a "fairer" assessment by describing all of a school's strengths and areas for improvement.

From BBC

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