CONCORD — Superintendent Dr. Laurie Hunter and Co-Principals Brian Miller and Katie Stahl are proud to share that Concord-Carlisle High School has ranked Silver on College Board’s 2024-25 AP School Honor Roll.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose Advanced Placement programs have successfully motivated and academically prepared students for college success. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.
“We wish to congratulate all of our students and faculty on this achievement,” Co-Principal Miller said. “Earning Silver is an outstanding accomplishment, and I applaud our students for the work they put in throughout the year. This recognition is the direct result of their efforts, and I am proud to see them representing Concord-Carlisle High School in such an impressive way.”
College Board’s Advanced Placement Program enables students to pursue college-level studies — with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both — while still in high school. Through AP courses in 38 subjects, each culminating in a challenging exam, students learn to think critically, construct solid arguments and see many sides of an issue — skills that prepare them for college and beyond.
“We are immensely proud to have earned Silver on College Board’s AP School Honor Roll,” Co-Principal Stahl said. “The consistent effort and growth that students have demonstrated throughout the courses will continue to serve them in their future academic endeavors. I am thrilled that our students and educators are being recognized for their success in their AP coursework and exams.”
There are four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.
For a school to achieve Silver status on the AP School Honor Roll in a given year, it must meet the following criteria:
- College Culture: 50% or more of the graduating cohort took at least one AP Exam during high school.
- College Credit: 30% or more of the graduating cohort scored a three or higher on at least one AP Exam during high school.
- College Optimization: 5% or more of the graduating cohort took five or more AP Exams during high school. At least one of those exams was taken in 9th or 10th grade so that students are spreading their AP experience across grades rather than feeling disproportionate pressure in any single year.
CCHS had 54% of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school, 53% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP exam, and 5% of seniors who took five or more AP Exams.
The school exceeded both Silver and Gold criteria for college credit, reaching a Platinum-level percentage.
“We are proud to see our high school recognized at the Silver level on the AP Honor Roll,” said Superintendent Dr. Hunter. “This is a direct result of the hard work of our students and the educators who support them daily. Concord-Carlisle High School is providing real opportunities for students to challenge themselves and to leave us prepared for college-level work.”
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