2025 AP School Honor Roll, earning Silver-level recognition

Fillmore High School has been named to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll, earning Silver-level recognition for its Advanced Placement program’s strong results and broad student participation.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results and broadening participation for students. Schools can earn the Honor Roll recognition annually based on criteria that reflects commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. The AP School Honor Roll offers four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
“This recognition is a tremendous point of pride for our entire district,” said Fillmore Unified School District Superintendent Christine Schieferle. “I want to thank our Board of Education for their clear direction and unwavering support, and I am deeply grateful to the teachers and administrative staff at Fillmore High School for their dedication to student success and for always putting students first. Most importantly, I congratulate the students of Fillmore High School—this achievement belongs to you and reflects your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence.”
The recognition reflects Fillmore High School’s sustained commitment to academic rigor, student support, and inclusive practices that prepare graduates for postsecondary success. Through intentional counseling, dedicated instruction, and encouragement of broad participation, the school has created an environment where students are challenged academically and supported in reaching their goals. The achievement also highlights the collaborative efforts of the school and the Fillmore Unified School District in prioritizing college readiness and opportunity for all students.
Fillmore High School had 51% of seniors who took at least one AP Exam during high school, 32% of seniors scoring a 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam, and 13% of seniors who took five or more AP Exams. The school currently offers 18 AP courses across 23 sections, taught by 16 dedicated teachers.
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 40 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. Taking AP courses demonstrates to college admissions officers that students have sought the most challenging curriculum available to them, and research indicates that students who score a 3 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success in college and are more likely to earn a college degree than non-AP students.