AP Distinctions
Advanced Placement (AP) classes are college-level courses offered in high school that challenge students with rigorous academic content and critical thinking skills. Developed by the College Board, AP classes allow students to explore subjects in greater depth and potentially earn college credit by scoring well on the corresponding AP exams.
Exceptional Student Achievement & College Readiness
Our students consistently demonstrate academic excellence, with a remarkable 49 AP exams taken in the 2024-2025 school year, earning the highest possible score of 5.
Broad AP Offerings
We provide a comprehensive AP program that caters to diverse student interests, offering a wide array of 23 different AP subjects to help students earn college credit and explore various fields of study.
CollegeBoard AP Platinum School
The College Board Platinum School designation is awarded to schools that have demonstrated outstanding performance in our Advanced Placement (AP) Curriculum and on AP Exams, which assess college-level coursework taken by students in high school. Platinum is the highest of the four levels that may be awarded and places Saint Thomas' Episcopal School in an elite group of educational institutions recognized for excellent college preparation and academic achievement.
Advanced Placement courses are offered to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Our selection of AP courses is one of the largest among private schools in the Houston area.
- Biology
- Calculus AB
- Calculus BC
- Chemistry
- Chinese Language & Culture
- Comparative Government
- Computer Science
- English Language & Composition
- English Literature & Composition
- European History
- Human Geography
- Latin
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Physics C: Mechanics
- Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
- Psychology
- Spanish Language & Culture
- Statistics
- Studio Art
- US Government & Politics
- US History