Hey peeps! I'm about to start my first AP class, and I'm curious about the scoring system. What's the max score I can get on an AP Exam, and what percentage of students usually achieve the highest score?
Hello! AP Exams are scored on a scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest possible score, indicating that you have demonstrated excellent mastery of the subject material. As for the percentage of students who achieve the highest score, it varies depending on the specific test and the year. Generally, you can expect that around 10-15% of students score a 5, but this percentage may be higher or lower for certain exams. Some tests have a higher percentage of students scoring a 5, while others have a lower percentage.
If you're interested in the specific scoring distributions for the exam you're taking, you can visit the College Board website or search for the recent scoring distributions for that particular AP Exam. It's important to remember that scoring a 5 is not the sole determinant of your success in the class; colleges will also consider the grade you receive in the AP course itself and how your performance in that class compares to your overall academic record.
Good luck with your first AP class!
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