More kids taking AP courses in Kentucky: Scoring higher

But, why?

The Kentucky Department of Education has some good news about Advanced Placement course taking in Kentucky.

The number of test takers, number of tests taken, and number of passing scores (3 or higher) have all increased.

We’ll have to wait until Friday to learn how much of the increase comes from the very excellent Advance Kentucky program. This program, which has been expanding in Kentucky, uses some powerful techniques including merit pay for teachers and financial rewards for students who do well in AP courses.

Last year, a notable part of the overall increase in Kentucky’s AP performance came from the Advance Kentucky schools.

Will history repeat?