What is the percentage equivalent to a 5 on a AP Exam?

Question

This will be my first AP Exam as a freshman. I will be taking AP Human Geography and I want to know what is the percentage for a score of 5? How many do I need to get right on the 75 multiple choice part and the FRQs? I think my teacher said that an average of a 55% will get a score of 5 on the exam but I can't really remember.

Answer 1

It depends on the year. The scores are given based on a bell curve and statistical analysis. A 5 will change year to year(as well as a 4,3 ..). If you have a year were kids across the nation did poorly on the test and if you're in the top 50% you may end up with a five. Other times, if kids nationwide did really well, then you may be in the top 75% or even 80% and end up with a 4. Just study a lot and you will be fine. Good Luck!