honor roll

American  

noun

1. a list of students who have earned grades above a specific average during a semester or school year.

2. a list of names, usually on a plaque in a public place, of local citizens who have served or died in the armed services.

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Etymology

Origin of honor roll

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Academically, I was on the honor roll and in all the AP classes, and I was a cheerleader.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Not long ago, I learned that my former student, now in high school, had made the honor roll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

When one of the kids made honor roll, they’d celebrate at Dave & Buster’s.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2025

Beaches need to be tested weekly, year-round to qualify for the honor roll, Moe said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2024

That right there was enough to tell me she hadn’t sent for me so she could award me an honor roll T-shirt.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick