Academics

Alleman students benefit from an individualized academic program that is grounded in faith and enrichment.  The average ACT composite of Alleman students is 5 points higher than that of other local schools.  Through a predominantly college-preparatory environment, Alleman works hard to prepare your student for the next step in their education. 

Alleman's academic program offers more than 100 courses including Dual Credit through Black Hawk College. With a student-teacher ration of 16:1, Alleman is able to provide more personalized instruction to its students.  Alleman also offers a full-time Resource Teacher who provides students with one-on-one help and also works to accommodate learning needs.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from Alleman, a student must have a minimum of 24 credits, of which the following are required:

  • 4 credits each: Religion, English

  • 3 credits each: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies

  • 1.5 credits: Physical Education

  • 0.5 credits each: Computer, Health, Applied Economics

  • 1 credit chosen from: Music, Art, Foreign Language, or Vocational Education

The "remainder" of the 24 credits needed: Electives (Foreign Language strongly recommended for college-bound students).

All students are required to participate in the Christian Service Program as described in the Student Handbook and as presented by their Religion teacher. Seniors are required to pass the Constitution Test which is given as part of the American Government Course and the Diocesan Religion Assessment which is given as part of the Religion IV curriculum.

Preparation for specific personal, vocational, or college interests will require careful planning of the individual's course of study. The counseling staff assists each student with his/her planning.

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Grading Scale

A+ (99 - 100) = 4.33   
A (95 - 98) = 4.00
A- (93 - 94) = 3.66    
B+ (91 - 92) = 3.33    
B (87 - 90) = 3.00    
B- (85 - 86) = 2.66    
C+ (83 - 84) = 2.00    
C (79 - 82) = 1.66    
C- (77 - 78) = 1.33    
D+ (75 - 76) = 1.00    
D (72 - 74) = 0.66    
D- (70 - 71) = 0    
F (0 - 69)  

I  = Incomplete
Q = Audit
X = Medical excuse from participation