Mass. first in nation in Advanced Placement report

Edited from a report by the New England Council (newenglandcouncil.com)

“Massachusetts has once again ranked first in the nation with the highest percentage of graduating high school seniors who scored a 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam, according to results released by the College Board this week. Further, all six New England states rank in the top half of the nation’s AP results, with Connecticut standing out in the number four spot.

“Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey stated that she is ‘proud of the students and educators who worked hard to make sure Massachusetts remains a leader in student participation and success.’ Governor Healey went on to say that her administration ‘is committed to expanding access to AP courses for all students to enhance the opportunities available to them and set them on a path to a successful future.’

“Across the nation, only 21.6 percent of students scored a 3 or higher on their AP exams which are needed to pass. However, in Massachusetts alone, 30.5 percent of students had a passing score on their exams. Additional information on this recent New England success can be found here.’’

Hall of the Boston Latin School on Bedford Street, 1844–1881. Boston Latin, founded in 1635, is by far the oldest public school in the United States.