Hermione is a very likely candidate. She is already known for her intelligence and thirst for knowledge in the original books. So in fanfiction, it's easy to imagine her skipping grades. Another one could be Harry himself. Given his unique connection to Voldemort and the magic that comes with it, he might be seen as advanced enough to skip grades. And then there's Luna. Her off - beat way of thinking and deep understanding of some magical concepts could also lead to her skipping grades in fanfiction.
One interesting story could be about a character who struggles to improve their grades at Hogwarts. Maybe they have a difficult subject like Potions, and through hard work and some unexpected help from a friend, they start to see their grades rise. For example, Neville Longbottom could be the main character in such a fanfic, as he was known to struggle in some classes in the original books.
Well, in some fanfics, Harry might show extraordinary magical abilities early on. For example, he could have a natural talent for advanced spells that are usually taught in higher grades. Maybe he aces all his exams with flying colors and the professors recognize his potential and allow him to skip grades.
Draco Malfoy could be a main character as well. Fanfictions might explore his academic rivalry with Hermione or other students. He was from a family that expected a lot from him in terms of academic achievements, so a story could revolve around him trying to outdo others in getting the best grades or facing some academic setbacks that change his perspective on grades and competition.
On the positive side, he may gain more opportunities to learn advanced magic sooner. This could make him a more powerful wizard in the long run. But he also has to deal with the jealousy of some students. They might think he's getting special treatment, which could lead to some bullying or isolation. Also, the professors might have higher expectations of him, which can be both motivating and nerve - wracking.
In many such fanfictions, when a character skips grades, it usually starts with their extraordinary magical abilities being noticed. Then, once they skip, they may get involved in more complex magical studies earlier. This can lead to them being in the middle of dangerous or secretive magical events sooner. They might also form unique relationships with older students or professors who recognize their potential and try to guide them through this unusual academic journey.
Perhaps Harry starts using special study aids in the fanfiction. For example, he could discover an enchanted quill that helps him take better notes or a magical book that simplifies complex magical theories. These aids would assist him in his studies and lead to an improvement in his grades.
In some fanfictions, Harry might get good grades because he studies hard in secret. He could be using magic in creative ways to help him understand difficult concepts quickly. For example, he might use a spell to make the textbooks 'talk' to him, so he can easily absorb the knowledge.
In some fanfictions, Harry might get better grades by forming a study group with his friends. They could help each other understand difficult subjects like Potions or Transfiguration. For example, Hermione could share her study techniques, and Ron could offer practical examples from his own experiences. This collaborative effort would lead to Harry improving his academic performance.
It could be for a specific goal, like getting into an advanced magic course. In the fanfiction world, there might be a limited - enrollment class that requires high grades. Harry, being ambitious, would strive to improve his grades to qualify for it.