Students require at least 120 credits to graduate. On top of this however they require a certain amount of years in each subject area and show their proficiency in it by passing the classes in order to graduate. Below is a list of the necessary requirements.
Garfield High School Graduation Requirements
| Required Courses | Credit Years | Credits |
| * English | 4 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 3 | 15 |
| Science | 3 | 15 |
| Social Studies / History | 3 | 15 |
| * Physical Education / Health / Safety / Family Living |
4 | 20 |
| Visual / Fine / Performing Arts | 2 | 10 |
| World Language | 1 | 5 |
|
Electives |
|
15 |
* 1 credit year (5 credits) for each year of enrollment
The remainder of the required
credits shall be earned by successfully completing electives and
requirements for other courses/programs in the curriculum.
Promotion/Retention Policy
25 credits to enter Grade 10
55 credits to enter Grade 11
85 credits to enter Grade 12