GCHS Advanced Placement classes are on the rise and so are test scores. Results just released this week had the school at 107 tests passed for a 60.45% pass rate, an increase of more than 16 points over last year. This is a testament not only to these students’ drive and subject mastery but also to the skill and talent of the teachers who provide these advanced opportunities.
AP courses allow students to complete college-level coursework and earn college credit while in high school. Based on KCTCS rates, these students saved $60,669 in tuition costs.
And more students are learning in the AP environment than ever before, in classes that include Computer Science, Calculus, Precalculus, Statistics, Environmental Science, Biology, Language, Literature, US History, European History, Art/Design, and the individualized AP Seminar.
In addition to college credit, AP coursework also includes benefits such as improved time management, study skills, and increased problem-solving skills. Research has shown that students who take AP courses and exams have higher college graduation rates and are much more likely to complete their degrees on time.