WASSCE grading system: A1 to F9 explained
WASSCE results use nine grades: A1, B2, B3, C4, C5, C6, D7, E8 and F9. A1 is the best. A1 to C6 are credits, D7 and E8 are passes, and F9 is a fail.
Updated 22 October 2026 by the Sabi team.
What are the WASSCE grades and marks?
The nine grades, with the mark ranges most often shown, are below. WAEC does not publish these ranges as a fixed table for every exam, so treat the marks as a guide.
| Grade | Meaning | Marks often shown |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Excellent | 75 to 100 |
| B2 | Very good | 70 to 74 |
| B3 | Good | 65 to 69 |
| C4 | Credit | 60 to 64 |
| C5 | Credit | 55 to 59 |
| C6 | Credit | 50 to 54 |
| D7 | Pass | 45 to 49 |
| E8 | Pass | 40 to 44 |
| F9 | Fail | 0 to 39 |
What does C6 mean in WASSCE?
C6 is the lowest credit. It is often shown as 50 to 54 marks. A C6 still counts as a credit for university.
What is the difference between a pass and a credit?
A credit is A1 to C6. A pass is D7 or E8. Universities and many jobs ask for credits, so a pass is usually not enough.
More on this in what is a credit in WASSCE English.
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What does F9 mean in WASSCE?
F9 is a fail. It is the lowest grade, often shown as below 40 marks.
Which grade do I need in English?
Aim for at least C6, which is a credit. Universities in Sierra Leone ask for a credit in English Language.
Start with how to pass WASSCE English.