Superintendent Michael S. Nelson and Old Rochester Regional High School (ORRHS) Principal Michael Devoll are pleased to announce that the school has ranked Gold on CollegeBoard’s 2024 AP School Honor Roll.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs have successfully motivated and prepared students for college success. The criteria reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximize college readiness.
College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP) 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 incredibly proud to be named to the College Board Gold AP Honor Roll,” said Director of Academic Counseling and Assessment Lauren Millette. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students and teachers who strive for excellence every day. It reflects our commitment to providing rigorous academic opportunities that prepare students for success beyond high school.”
There are four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Last year, 9% of the 15,150 eligible schools received the Silver level recognition, ORRHS being part of this group. Additionally, only 6% of eligible schools received the Gold honor.
For a school to be recognized on the AP School Honor Roll in a given year, it must meet the following criteria:
College Culture: 40% or more of the graduating cohort took at least 1 AP Exam during high school.
College Credit: 25% or more of the graduating cohort scored a three or higher on at least one AP Exam during high school.
College Optimization: 2% 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.
“It is an honor to receive this recognition,” said Superintendent Nelson. “Our committed students and faculty successfully advanced ORRHS to the Gold ranking and it’s reflected in the excellent work they do each day. Our district takes college and career readiness very seriously and this achievement is proof of our commitment.”