Last Updated: January 4, 2025
The AP Statistics exam consists of two sections: multiple choice and free response questions. The exam is scored on a scale of 1 - 5, with a 5 being the highest possible score.
The scores in this calculator are estimates based on previous scoring curves. The actual scoring curve may vary year to year.
Instructions
Enter your scores for each section using the sliders below to calculate your estimated AP score.
Section 1: Multiple Choice
Free Response Question 1
Free Response Question 2
Free Response Question 3
Free Response Question 4
Free Response Question 5
Free Response Question 6
PREDICTED AP® SCORE
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SECTION SCORES
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The AP Statistics exam consists of two main sections:
| Section | Question Type | Time | Questions | Exam Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | Multiple Choice | 1 hour 30 minutes | 40 questions | 50% |
| Section 2 | Free Response | 1 hour 30 minutes | 6 questions | 50% |
Total exam time: 3 hours
Section 1: Multiple Choice
40 questions testing statistical concepts and methods
Questions may be individual or in sets based on a shared prompt
Calculators with statistical capabilities are allowed
Section 2: Free Response
Part A: Five questions focused on specific statistical topics:
Data collection methods
Data exploration and analysis
Probability and sampling distributions
Statistical inference
Mixed skills question
Part B: One investigative task that combines multiple statistical concepts
The AP Statistics exam uses a weighted scoring system that combines your performance on both sections. The multiple-choice section accounts for 50% of your score, and the free-response section makes up the other 50%.
Your raw scores from each section are converted into a composite score, which is then converted to the final AP score of 1-5. The distribution of scores from the most recent exam was:
| AP Statistics Score | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| 5 | 17.5% |
| 4 | 21.8% |
| 3 | 22.5% |
| 2 | 15.9% |
| 1 | 22.3% |
A score of 3 or higher is generally considered passing, though many top colleges only award credit for scores of 4 or 5. For college admissions purposes, a 4 or 5 is considered a strong score.
To earn a high score (4 or 5), students typically need to demonstrate:
Strong understanding of statistical concepts and methods
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Skills in using statistical tools and calculators
Clear written communication of statistical reasoning
Application of statistical concepts to real-world scenarios
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