AP Physics Score Calculator
Calculate your AP Physics 1 exam score based on multiple choice and free response performance. Our calculator uses official College Board guidelines to provide accurate score predictions and college credit eligibility.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
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Number of correct answers out of 50 questions
Free Response Questions
Section Scores
National Distribution
Strengths & Next Steps
- Excellent work! You qualify for college credit at most institutions.
Quick Example Result
For MC: 35/50, FRQ: 36/45 total points:
AP Score: 5 (Credit Eligible)
Composite Score: 75/100
How This Calculator Works
Our AP Physics score calculator uses the official College Board scoring methodology to predict your exam results. The calculation follows standardized AP scoring guidelines used by the College Board to ensure accurate predictions for college credit eligibility.
The Scoring Formula
Multiple Choice: (Correct/50) × 50Free Response: (Points/45) × 50Composite = MC + FRQThe composite score (0-100) is then converted to the 1-5 AP scale using official College Board conversion tables. Scores of 3+ typically qualify for college credit.
Shows the weighted contribution of each exam section
Exam Structure & Content
The AP Physics 1 exam tests your understanding of fundamental physics principles, problem-solving skills, and experimental design. The exam emphasizes conceptual understanding and the ability to apply physics principles to real-world scenarios.
- Multiple Choice: 50 questions testing conceptual understanding (50% of score)
- Free Response: 5 questions requiring detailed analysis and calculations (50% of score)
- Covers seven major units from kinematics to rotational motion
- Emphasizes experimental design, data analysis, and mathematical reasoning
Sources & References
- College Board AP Program - Official AP Physics 1 Course and Exam DescriptionAuthoritative source for exam format and scoring guidelines
- AP Central - Physics Scoring Guidelines and Student Performance DataHistorical score distributions and rubric information
- American Association of Physics Teachers - Physics Education Research and Best PracticesEducational standards and assessment methodology
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Raw Scores:
- Multiple Choice: 35 out of 50
- FRQ 1 (Experimental): 8 out of 12
- FRQ 2 (Data Analysis): 8 out of 12
- FRQ 3 (Short Answer): 7 out of 7
- FRQ 4 (Short Answer): 7 out of 7
- FRQ 5 (Translation): 6 out of 7
Calculation Steps:
- MC Weighted: (35/50) × 50 = 35.0
- FRQ Total: 8+8+7+7+6 = 36 points
- FRQ Weighted: (36/45) × 50 = 40.0
- Composite: 35.0 + 40.0 = 75.0
Result: AP Score 5 (Composite: 75)
✓ Eligible for college credit at most institutions. Great performance!
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