What does the cryptic crossword clue "Top student with papers (3)" mean?

The definition is "Top". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (synonym="learner – ‘student’") + ID (synonym="identity papers") = LID; definition: "Top" The answer is LID.

Top student with papers (3)

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