Gilbert Public Schools is expanding opportunities for students to earn college credit while still in high school, with participation growing in both Advanced Placement and dual enrollment programs.
The number of students taking AP exams has increased 68% over five years, while the number of exams taken has grown 83%, according to district administrators.
The expansion has not come at the expense of academic performance. In 2026, 77% of AP students scored a 3 or higher on their exams, the benchmark commonly used by colleges to award credit.
