Grading and Report Cards
In order for HISD students to be promoted to the next grade level, they must show that they have learned what the State of Texas requires of all public school children. HISD “Promotion Standards” generally include classroom grades and a local or state test. Details about the standards are available online through your child’s school.
Grading and Report Cards
Academic Subjects |
Conduct |
| 90–100 = Excellent | E = Excellent |
| 80–89 = Good; above average | S = Satisfactory |
| 75–79 = Satisfactory; average | P = Poor; below average |
| 70–74 = Passing; below average | U = Unsatisfactory |
| Below 70 = Unsatisfactory; failing |
Report Cards
Six-week grading periods are used in all HISD Schools. All schools will send report cards to parents six times during the year, shortly after the end of each six-week grading period.
Six Weeks Cycles |
Cycle Dates |
# of Days in Cycle |
2025-2026 Report Card Dates |
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CYCLE I
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Aug 12 – Sep 19
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27 days
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September 26
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CYCLE II
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Sep 22 – Oct 31
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28 days
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November 10
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CYCLE III
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Nov 3 – Dec 19
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29 days
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January 9
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CYCLE IV
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Jan 6 – Feb 20
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31 days
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February 27
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CYCLE V
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Feb 23 – Apr 17
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33 days
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April 24
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CYCLE VI
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Apr 20 – June 4
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33 days
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June 4
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If a student is not progressing satisfactorily, parents receive a preliminary report at the midpoint of the grading period and at other times as necessary. Parents must sign and return the reports.