State School Superintendent Richard Woods has named 301 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools from 104 school districts for 2025. Banks County High School earned the AP Honor Challenge School distinction among the recognized schools.
This recognition is awarded to schools with enrollments of 900 or fewer students that administer AP exams in English, math, science, and social studies, with a minimum of 25 total exams given.
“Georgia's 2025 AP Honor Schools exemplify our commitment to providing students with rigorous, high-quality educational opportunities that prepare them for success beyond high school,” Superintendent Woods said. “I commend these schools for their dedication to academic excellence and equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in college, careers, and life. I am delighted the number of AP Honor Schools and school districts has risen again this year – a continued testament to the commitment of Georgia public education to expand opportunities for all Georgia students.”
AP exams, administered by the College Board (which also oversees the SAT), allow students to engage in college-level coursework while still in high school. Students who score a 3, 4, or 5 on an AP exam may be eligible to receive college credit. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) has recognized AP Honor Schools since 2008.