To be retained in the program, the student should obtain a general average of Very Satisfactory (85%-89%) in Science, Mathematics, English and special subjects and Satisfactory (80%-84%) in other subjects; and No Grade lower than 80% in any grading period. If the students fails to meet the grade requirement, probation of one (1) year shall be given. Further, if the students still cannot meet the grade requirement or level of proficiency, this shall be a cause of transfer to the regular classes.
Students enrolled in this program are allowed to transfer laterally to any curriculum level (except in Grade 10) to another Science and Technology oriented (STE) high school as long as the grade requirement is maintained.
Transfer from any regular high school to STE shall not be allowed in any grade level. However, transfer from any science high school to this class shall be allowed provided the student has no grade below 80% in all subjects.