Grading Scales
CICERO supports multiple grading scales to match how your institution evaluates performance. Your instructor selects the grading scale when creating an assignment.
5-Label Scale (Default)
Rating | Description | Approximate Letter Grade |
Excellent | Exceptional performance | A+ |
Good | Strong performance with minor areas for growth | A |
Satisfactory | Competent performance that meets expectations | B |
Needs Improvement | Below expectations; key areas require development | C – D |
Unsatisfactory | Does not meet minimum expectations | F |
3-Label Scale
A simplified scale for pass/fail-oriented assessments:
Rating | Score Range |
High | 3 – 4 |
Pass | 2 |
Below Pass | 0 – 1 |
Numerical Scale
Scores displayed on a 1–5 scale with no label mapping.
Your grading scale is set at the assignment level — different assignments in the same course may use different scales. If you're unsure which scale applies, check your assignment details or contact your instructor.