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Pinecrest Academy Named to 2024 AP® School Honor Roll
College Board announced that Pinecrest Academy, a private PreK3-12 Catholic School, has been named to the Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning Platinum distinction.
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.
Pinecrest had 89% of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school, 82% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP exam, and 58% who took five or more AP exams. Twenty-one AP courses were offered during the 2023-2024 school year, representing 30 sections taught by 12 high school teachers at the school.
Pinecrest Academy was also awarded the AP Access Award. Schools on the AP School Honor Roll may also earn the AP Access Award, recognizing schools that demonstrate a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework.
"We are so honored to have received this AP Honor Roll Award, as we strive each year to provide every student with a college preparatory experience, which includes the successful completion of challenging AP courses," commented Amy Bowman, Pinecrest Academy High School Principal. "The Platinum designation from AP speaks to the excellence that our faculty strives for in delivering challenging content that prepares our students for college. Our Class of 2024 earned a 100% acceptance into the college/university of their choice. Since the school’s first graduating class of 2007, Pinecrest’s high school has maintained a 100% graduation rate every year.”
“AP represents an opportunity for students to stand out to colleges, earn college credit and placement, and potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program. “The schools have shown that they can expand access to these college-level courses and still drive high performance – they represent the best of our AP program.”
About College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program
College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables students to pursue college-level studies—with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both—while still in high school. Through AP courses in 38 subjects, 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.
About Pinecrest Academy
Pinecrest Academy is a private PreK3-12 Catholic school providing an atmosphere of academic excellence and critical thinking. Rooted in Catholic tradition and inspired by the goodness, beauty, and truth of the Christian worldview, our whole-person approach helps children discover and develop their God-given gifts. Pinecrest has been ranked the #2 Catholic High School in Georgia, the #12 Best Private High School in Georgia, and the #12 Best Private K-12 School in Georgia by Niche.com. Graduates gain acceptance into top colleges across the globe. The average class size is 15 students. Athletics and Fine Arts are part of a student’s experience. Students participate in service projects, supporting our mission to form Christian leaders who will transform society. Pinecrest serves Cumming, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Milton, Suwanee, and other North Atlanta areas.
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.
Pinecrest had 89% of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school, 82% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP exam, and 58% who took five or more AP exams. Twenty-one AP courses were offered during the 2023-2024 school year, representing 30 sections taught by 12 high school teachers at the school.
Pinecrest Academy was also awarded the AP Access Award. Schools on the AP School Honor Roll may also earn the AP Access Award, recognizing schools that demonstrate a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework.
"We are so honored to have received this AP Honor Roll Award, as we strive each year to provide every student with a college preparatory experience, which includes the successful completion of challenging AP courses," commented Amy Bowman, Pinecrest Academy High School Principal. "The Platinum designation from AP speaks to the excellence that our faculty strives for in delivering challenging content that prepares our students for college. Our Class of 2024 earned a 100% acceptance into the college/university of their choice. Since the school’s first graduating class of 2007, Pinecrest’s high school has maintained a 100% graduation rate every year.”
“AP represents an opportunity for students to stand out to colleges, earn college credit and placement, and potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program. “The schools have shown that they can expand access to these college-level courses and still drive high performance – they represent the best of our AP program.”
About College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program
College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables students to pursue college-level studies—with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both—while still in high school. Through AP courses in 38 subjects, 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.
About Pinecrest Academy
Pinecrest Academy is a private PreK3-12 Catholic school providing an atmosphere of academic excellence and critical thinking. Rooted in Catholic tradition and inspired by the goodness, beauty, and truth of the Christian worldview, our whole-person approach helps children discover and develop their God-given gifts. Pinecrest has been ranked the #2 Catholic High School in Georgia, the #12 Best Private High School in Georgia, and the #12 Best Private K-12 School in Georgia by Niche.com. Graduates gain acceptance into top colleges across the globe. The average class size is 15 students. Athletics and Fine Arts are part of a student’s experience. Students participate in service projects, supporting our mission to form Christian leaders who will transform society. Pinecrest serves Cumming, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Milton, Suwanee, and other North Atlanta areas.
Pinecrest Academy is a private PreK-12 Catholic school located in Cumming, South Forsyth, just minutes from Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton and Suwanee. We serve families of all faiths seeking a Christian education for their children. To learn more about our unique educational philosophy, visit our Welcome page.
SEMPER ALTIUS = ALWAYS HIGHER
The mission of Pinecrest Academy is reflected in the word Integer, which is Latin for “whole,” or “entire,” and reflects our goal of forming the whole child as an authentic “Person in Christ.” The school motto Semper Altius, means “Always Higher,” and challenges our students, parents, staff and faculty to strive for excellence in all areas of Integral Formation® - intellectual, spiritual, human and apostolic.
The mission of Pinecrest Academy is reflected in the word Integer, which is Latin for “whole,” or “entire,” and reflects our goal of forming the whole child as an authentic “Person in Christ.” The school motto Semper Altius, means “Always Higher,” and challenges our students, parents, staff and faculty to strive for excellence in all areas of Integral Formation® - intellectual, spiritual, human and apostolic.
