DepEd starts phaseout of grade transmutation policy (opens original article in a new tab)

The Department of Education has initiated the phased removal of the grade transmutation policy, which converts raw scores into final grades, starting with adjustments in the 2026–2027 school year. The policy change aims to enhance accountability and provide a clearer basis for identifying students needing academic support. The transition includes removing transmutation for grades 4 to 12 by 2027–2028 and shifting kindergarten to grade 3 to a non-numerical system.

• DepEd starts phaseout of grade transmutation policy
• Transmutation converts raw scores to report-card grades, with adjustments since 2015
• New policy aims to improve accountability and identify learning gaps