NISD schools named to AP School Honor Roll

Northside ISD boasts ten high schools that have been designated as Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Roll Campuses. 

They are Brandeis, Brennan, Clark, Harlan, Health Careers, Holmes, Jay, O’Connor, Sotomayor, and Taft high schools.  

Of special note, Harlan, Holmes, and Taft high schools achieved the “Gold” Honor Roll status signifying strong AP program results. Gold Status Criteria includes 65% or more of the graduating seniors took at least one AP Exam; 35% or more of graduating seniors scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam; and 10% or more of graduating seniors took five or more AP Exams with at least one taken in 9th or 10th grade. 

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to ensure more students take AP courses and support them on their path to college success. 

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.

College Board’s AP Program enables students to pursue college-level studies with opportunities to earn college credits, advanced placement, or both while still being enrolled in high school. Through AP coursework, each culminating in a challenging exam, students learn to think critically, construct solid arguments, and see many sides of an issue — skills that prepare them for college and beyond.