Adjust the sliders below to calculate your potential AP® score
The AP® Physics 2 Score Calculator is a powerful tool for students preparing for the AP Physics 2 exam. By entering your raw scores from the Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Free Response Questions (FRQs), you can estimate your final AP score (1 to 5) based on College Board scoring standards and historical performance curves.
This tool is perfect for anyone taking mock exams, self-studying, or just aiming to understand how their practice scores translate into the real exam results.
AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based, college-level course that covers advanced physics topics beyond AP Physics 1. Key subject areas include:
Fluid mechanics
Thermodynamics
Electrostatics
Electric circuits
Magnetism
Optics and waves
Modern physics (quantum, atomic, and nuclear)
Section | Type | Questions | Time | Weight |
---|---|---|---|---|
I | Multiple Choice (MCQ) | 50 | 90 minutes | 50% |
II | Free Response (FRQ) | 4 | 90 minutes | 50% |
FRQ Breakdown:
Experimental Design (1)
Quantitative/Qualitative Translation (1)
Paragraph Argument (1)
Short Answer Question (1)
This calculator works by applying the correct weightings and scoring rules to your raw section scores, simulating how the College Board converts raw scores into your composite score (out of 100), and then into your final AP score.
Section | Raw Score Range | Weight (%) | Calculation Formula |
---|---|---|---|
MCQ | 0–50 | 50% | (Correct ÷ 50) × 50 |
FRQ | 0–25 | 50% | (Earned ÷ 25) × 50 |
Each FRQ is scored out of 5–7 points, depending on complexity. The total FRQ section is typically scaled to 25 points.
Composite Score | Predicted AP Score |
---|---|
80–100 | 5 |
65–79 | 4 |
50–64 | 3 |
35–49 | 2 |
Below 35 | 1 |
📌 Score thresholds vary slightly each year due to exam difficulty and statistical scaling.
Enter Your MCQ Score
Input how many MCQs you answered correctly (out of 50).
Enter Your FRQ Score
Score your FRQs using the official rubric or estimated rubric totals. Input your raw score (max = 25).
Instant Result
The calculator outputs your composite score and maps it to the AP 1–5 scale.
Experimental Design FRQ: Include variables, control setup, measurement tools, and error analysis.
Paragraph Argument FRQ: Use clear physics principles, define concepts, and apply reasoning.
Quantitative/Qualitative FRQ: Show calculations step-by-step, then explain what the data means.
Use diagrams, equations, and units where appropriate. Clarity counts!
📊 Track your exam readiness with real-time score predictions
🎯 Target your weak spots between MCQs and FRQs
🧠 Self-score practice tests using official scoring logic
📈 Set score goals and monitor your improvement over time
The AP® Physics 2 Score Calculator is your ultimate study companion. Whether you’re preparing for the exam or reflecting after a mock test, this tool helps demystify the scoring process and ensures you’re heading in the right direction.
By knowing exactly how your raw efforts translate into an AP score, you’ll be able to study smarter, focus better, and walk into the AP exam with confidence.