Graduation Requirements
All students must complete the following courses with passing grades:| Courses | Credits |
| 4 years of English | 40 |
| 2 years of Mathematics | 20 |
| 2 years of Science | 20 |
| 1 year of World History & Geography | 10 |
| 1 year of U.S. History | 10 |
| 1 semester of American Government | 5 |
| 1 semester of Economics | 5 |
| 1 semester of Health/Driver’s Education | 5 |
| 1 year of Visual & Performing Arts | 10 |
| 2 years Physical Education or Athletics | 20 |
| 1 semester of Computer Education | 5 |
| Elective credits totaling | 80 |
| Total credits needed for graduation | 230 |
If successfully passed, year classes earn 10 credits, semester classes earn 5 credits, and quarter classes earn 2.5 credits. A student who takes a class twice does not get credit twice.
It must be remembered that although a grade of "D" is passing and will earn a student credit, it may not allow a student to advance to higher level classes in mathematics or foreign languages.
Parents and students should also remember that although the above requirements are suitable for graduation from San Marino High School, most universities and colleges impose additional requirements for a particular college.