Needham's AP Scores Among Best in Massachusetts

NEEDHAM, MA - Needham High School not only beats the state average when it comes to the 2014-15 AP exam but most schools in the state as well.

Data compiled by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education shows that 91.4 percent of AP scores in Needham are at least a three out of five, the 17th highest percentage in the state. Many colleges and universities count scores of three or higher towards college credit.

The state average is 66.3 percent.

Below is how Needham compares to nearby towns:

• Wellesley: 96.0
• Dover-Sherborn: 94.3
• Newton: 93.6
• Needham: 91.4
• Westwood: 89.9
• Natick: 80.1
• Norwood: 68.6
• Dedham: 50.0

Click here to see the data from the DESE.