State of Texas
Graduation Requirements
26 Credits Minimum
English - 4 Credits
English 1 (STAAR Subject)
English 2 (STAAR Subject)
English 3
English 4
Math - 4 Credits
Algebra 1 (STAAR Subject)
Geometry
Algebra 2
Advanced Math
Science - 4 Credits
Biology (STAAR Subject)
Chemistry or IPC or Physics*
Advanced Science
Advanced Science
*It is best practice that ALL students take Physics
Social Studies - 3 Credits
World Geography or World History
US History (STAAR Subject)
Government (.5 Credit) Economics (.5 Credit)
PE - 1 Credit
Health - .5 (one-half) Credit (Dallas ISD Requires)
LOTE (Foreign Language) - 2 Credits
Language Level 1
Language Level 2
(note: Must be 2 credits from same language)
Fine Art - 1 Credit
Electives - 6.5 Credits (Any state approved course)
Other Requirements that MUST BE MET.
STAAR Exams - Pass all 5 (above)
Seniors must submit FASFA info to state.
Speech Requirement (This is credited after completing Eng 4.)
Peace Officer Training (This is credited after completing US Government.)
CPR Training (This is credited after completing Health 1.)