The College Board has announced that Eastside High School has earned a place on the 2024 Advanced Placement® (AP®) Program School Honor Roll, achieving bronze distinction.
This recognition is awarded to schools with AP programs that expand access while delivering strong student outcomes. Schools are selected based on criteria that emphasize creating a college-going culture, offering opportunities for students to earn college credit, and supporting college readiness.
At Eastside, 40 percent of the 2024 graduating class took at least one AP exam during their high school years, regardless of score. Additionally, 26 percent of the graduating class scored three or higher on an AP exam, and 15 percent took five or more AP exams, with at least one taken as early as ninth or tenth grade.
“We are incredibly proud of our students and teachers in the AP program for this achievement, and we’re honored to be recognized on the AP School Honor Roll,” said Eastside High School Principal Jeff Cher. “This distinction celebrates the hard work and commitment of our students who have embraced the challenges of AP coursework, as well as our dedicated teachers who support them every step of the way. Offering AP courses at Eastside High is essential to expanding our students’ opportunities, helping them build college-level skills, and ensuring they’re prepared for future success.”
“We are thrilled to see Eastside High School’s commitment to academic excellence recognized on the AP School Honor Roll,” added Tracy Blackburn, Chief of Learning and Leadership for Newton County Schools. “This accomplishment is a testament to the dedication of Eastside’s educators, students, and families who embrace the rigor and reward of AP coursework. Providing access to advanced academic opportunities is a priority for our district, and we are so proud of Eastside for exemplifying this commitment and preparing students for future success.”
“AP gives students the opportunity to engage with college-level work, to earn college credit and placement, and to potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of The College Board’s AP program. “The schools that have earned this distinction are proof that it is possible to expand access to these college-level courses and still drive strong performance – they represent the best of AP.”
The Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) from College Board offers students the chance to undertake college-level studies while still in high school. With 38 courses covering a wide array of subjects, each ending in a rigorous exam, AP courses help students develop critical thinking skills, construct well-reasoned arguments, and understand multiple perspectives—key skills for success in college and beyond.
