Have AP test taking or pass rates declined in recent years?
In the 2004-05 school year 3759 AP exams were taken by the students of the Fremont Union High School District. In the 2009-10, 5950 FUHSD students took AP exams – a 58% increase. In that same period, the pass rate improved from 77% to 88% Why all the interest in Advanced Placement? As most parents know, while there are many benefits to students who challenge themselves to take Advanced Placement course work, they are not required for admission to college. AP courses, as well as “honors” level high school courses have been approved by colleges and universities as equally rigorous to a college-level course. While many feel it is important for high school students to achieve at this level, others worry that the demand to take many college- level courses while in high school deprives students of the opportunity to explore areas of interest beyond academics. FUHSD believes strongly that our students benefit from having many opportunities for college-level coursework, as well as a variety of
