The Gunston School is proud to announce that it has been named to the Advanced Placement® (AP) School Honor Roll as a Platinum member, the highest possible distinction awarded by the College Board. This prestigious recognition places Gunston in the top 7% of eligible schools nationwide, signaling a deep commitment to expanding student access to college-level coursework while maintaining rigorous academic outcomes.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome students into Advanced Placement courses and support them on the path to college success. To achieve the Platinum designation, Gunston met high-performance benchmarks across three key categories for the graduating Class of 2025:
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College Culture: 80% or more of the graduating class experienced at least one AP course during high school.
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College Affordability: 50% or more of the graduating class earned college credit by achieving an AP Exam score of 3 or higher.
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College Readiness: 15% or more of the graduating class took a total of five AP exams across their high school years, with at least one taken in 9th or 10th grade.
“Achieving Platinum status is a testament to both the hard work of our students and the dedication of our faculty,” remarked Head of School John Lewis.. “It reflects our mission to provide an environment where students aren’t just taking difficult classes, but are actively thriving in them. By broadening participation in the AP program, we are ensuring our students are better prepared for the rigors of higher education and are entering college with earned credits already in hand.”
Research shows that students who take AP courses and exams are more likely to attend college and graduate on time. For Gunston, this recognition highlights a holistic approach to education that balances high expectations with the necessary support systems to help every student reach their full potential.
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Founded in 1911 and currently enrolling 256 students, The Gunston School is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory high school located in Centreville, Maryland. Visit gunston.org for more information.
