Three STISD High Schools Recognized for AP Excellence College Board has honored three high schools in the South Texas Independent School District (STISD) for their outstanding performance in Advanced Placement (AP) coursework, adding them to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll. The recognition highlights the district’s commitment to providing rigorous academic opportunities and preparing students for college and career success. The schools honored are South Texas ISD Science Academy in Mercedes, South Texas ISD Health Professions in Mercedes, and South Texas ISD Medical Professions in Olmito. Each institution was acknowledged for its strong academic results and efforts to expand access to college-level courses. The AP School Honor Roll celebrates institutions that support student success through AP programs, which help students earn college credit and build foundational skills for higher education. Science Academy received the highest distinction, Platinum, and was also awarded the AP Access Award for ensuring equitable participation across student demographics. Among the Class of 2025, 98% took at least one AP exam, 61% earned a score of 3 or higher on at least one exam, and half of the students completed five or more AP courses. Health Professions and Medical Professions both earned Gold-level recognition. At Health Professions, 100% of the Class of 2025 took at least one AP exam, with 46% achieving a score of 3 or higher and 27% completing five or more AP courses. Medical Professions also achieved 100% AP participation, with 44% earning a score of 3 or higher and 48% taking five or more AP exams. STISD Superintendent Dr. Marco Antonio Lara, Jr., praised the schools for their dedication to student achievement.#college_board #south_texas_isd_science_academy #south_texas_isd_health_professions #south_texas_isd_medical_professions #dr_marco_antonio_lara_jr
