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Hingham's Average AP Scores Best in the Area
New data shows that Hingham has some of the best AP scores in the area and state.

Hingham High School does not only beat the state average when it comes to the AP exam, but most schools as well.
New data compiled by the Boston Globe, shows that 96.7 percent of AP scores in Hingham are at least a three out of five.
Many colleges and universities count scores of three or higher towards college credit.
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South of Boston, Hingham had the highest percentage, ahead of Sharon with 96.1. Overall, Hingham had the highest percentage behind Georgetown (97.4), Acton-Boxborough (97.1), and Concord-Carlisle (97.1).
Below is how Hingham compares to other towns in the area:
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