Demographic Disparity in Advanced Placement Enrollment: Race/Ethnicity, Socioeconomic Status, and Their Intersection

• In Event: Consideration of Inclusive Educational Program Evaluation and Partnership

Abstract

This population-based study sought answers to two key questions: 1) to what extent do demographic characteristics influence AP enrollment among high school students and 2) to what extent does the intersection of racial/ethnic identity and socioeconomic status influence AP enrollment? In pursuit of those goals, the researchers conducted a multilevel mixed-effects logistic regression. Findings indicated that both race and socioeconomic status relate to AP enrollment, and that intersections of these identities can exacerbate that relationship. Results are discussed through a Quantcrit lens with the goal of advocating for equitable enrollment in AP coursework among students in marginalized groups.

Authors

• Chris Parthemos, Virginia Commonwealth University
  Presenting Author

• Chin-Chih Chen, Virginia Commonwealth University
  Presenting Author

• Virginia Palencia, Christopher Newport University
  Non-Presenting Author

• Erica Ross, Virginia Commonwealth University
  Non-Presenting Author

• David Bryant Naff, Virginia Commonwealth University
  Non-Presenting Author