8th Grade Algebra I Credit

Mathematics Leveling Process

Freshman placement is determined by several criteria:

• Placement Test math score (TBD)
• Math scores from 6-7-8th grades
• Recommendation of 8th grade math teacher
• Algebra 1 End of Course Exam Results (optional)

Students have the opportunity to receive credit for a Common Core aligned Algebra I course taken at the 8th grade level. Students need to show an understanding of the Algebra I material through performance on the ‘End of Course Algebra I Exam’. This exam is administered at the student’s school.

Students entering Badin can receive an Algebra I credit with an EOC score of 4 or 5. Please contact Sara Ransom, Badin's Academic Dean, with additional questions about Algebra I credit.

8th Grade Algebra I Credit

Students have the opportunity to receive credit for a Common Core aligned Algebra I course taken at the 8th grade level. Students entering Badin from schools where a high school credit is awarded at the 8th grade level will be placed in the appropriate level Geometry class their freshman year.

Students who attend Catholic elementary schools should contact their 8th grade Algebra I teacher or Patrick Keating, Badin’s Academic Dean, about the requirements for receiving a Flex credit.