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55 Hong Kong students from 13 schools score perfect IB marks

55 Hong Kong students from 13 schools score perfect IB marks
South China Morning Post Monday 06 July 2026, 02:24 UTC By William Yiu,Kelly Fung 1 min read
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At least 55 students from 13 Hong Kong schools have achieved top marks in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, with one private independent institution reporting nine perfect scorers, its best result on record. With results released on Monday, Victoria Shanghai Academy said nine students attained the maximum 45 points, while another nine scored 44. The school’s average score was 39.

At least 55 students from 13 Hong Kong schools have achieved top marks in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, with one private independent institution reporting nine perfect scorers, its best result on record. With results released on Monday, Victoria Shanghai Academy said nine students attained the maximum 45 points, while another nine scored 44. The school’s average score was 39. Private independent Po Leung Kuk Choi Kai Yau School recorded six top scorers, alongside eight students... [Image text:] International ib Baccalaureate
Hong Kong (LOCATION) Victoria Shanghai Academy (ORG) Po Leung Kuk (PERSON)
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