Promotion and Graduation Requirements
In the 2020-21 school year, promotion and graduation requirements are as follows:
Elementary Promotion Requirements
- Learn more about promotion requirements for elementary students (K-5).
Middle School Promotion Requirements
- Learn more about promotion criteria for grades 6, 7, and 8.
High School Graduation Requirements
In order to earn a regular Gwinnett County high school diploma, students must:
- Pass Gwinnett's High School Gateway Writing Assessment, and
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State-required areas of study
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| To graduate, Georgia students must earn a minimum of 23 credits (also called units) in the following areas of study: | |
| Required Area of Study |
Credit/
Unit |
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Language Arts |
4
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Mathematics |
4
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Science (3 required and 1 elective) |
4
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Social Studies |
3
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Modern/Classical Language and/or Technical Education and/or Fine Arts |
3
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Health and Physical Education |
1
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Electives |
4
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