Norwood's AP Scores Beat State Average

NORWOOD, MA - Norwood High School beats the state average when it comes to the 2014-15 AP exam, according to statistics from the state.

Data compiled by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education shows that 68.6 percent of AP scores in Norwood are at least a three out of five. Many colleges and universities count scores of three or higher towards college credit.

The state average is 66.3 percent.

Below is how Norwood compares to nearby towns:

• Sharon - 93.5 percent
• Westwood - 89.9 percent
• Walpole - 86.2 percent
• Norwood - 68.6 percent
• Canton - 62.4 percent
• Dedham - 50 percent

Click here to see the data from the DESE.