How Well Did Needham Perform on the AP Exam?

NEEDHAM, MA - Needham High School students can get the high scores on the AP exam, but exactly how good are they?

As published last week, 91.4 percent of AP scores in Needham were at least a three out of five, according to data from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Of the 755 AP tests taken during the 2014-15 school year, about 42.11 percent were a perfect five out of five, the most common score. 31.26 percent of exams received a four and 18.01 percent received a three.

Many colleges and universities count scores of three or higher towards college credit.

Here's the full breakdown:

Scores

• 1: 15 tests
• 2: 50 tests
• 3: 136 tests
• 4: 236 tests
• 5: 318 tests
• Tests Taken: 755