West Orange High School Students Are Acing Their AP Exams

WEST ORANGE, NJ — There are plenty of ways for students to take advanced placement (AP) classes at West Orange High School. And more teens than ever are taking advantage of the district’s offerings, administrators say.

The high school currently offers 23 AP courses in languages, mathematics, English-Language Arts, the sciences – and even music.

While challenging, the courses give students the opportunity to take AP exams in those subjects, raising their GPA and in most cases, awarding college credits for students scoring 3, 4 or 5 on their tests.

The district’s 2024 AP scores are in and the data is “very promising,” with “record-breaking numbers” being reported, according to Kimberly Juirdano-Mancarella:

• 104 AP Scholars
• 618 AP exams given
• 333 AP students sitting for exams
• 90% of total AP students with scores of 3 or greater

Other AP-related updates from the district include:

• Out of 23 AP subject area exams given, with respect to NJ average scores, WOHS either met or exceeded the NJ average scores in 16 subjects (70%).
• Out of 23 AP subject exams given, with respect to National average scores, WOHS either met or exceeded the National average scores in 17 subjects (74%).

“We are thrilled to hear that our students have once again crushed expectations on their AP exams, showcasing their dedication and hard work,” West Orange High School principal Oscar Guerrero said.

“Their scores are a true testament to the quality education our teachers provide,” he added.

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