AP Physics 2 Score Calculator
Enter your practice-test results to predict your AP score from 1 to 5. Drag the sliders or type your points — the estimate updates instantly.
How the Physics 2 exam is scored
40 multiple-choice questions (50%) and 4 free-response questions (50%) covering fluids, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics.
| Section | Points | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice | 40 | 50% |
| Free response | 40 | 50% |
Estimated Physics 2 score cutoffs
The College Board sets new cutoffs each year. These estimates come from historically released scoring worksheets — use them as a guide, not a guarantee.
| AP score | Weighted composite (approx.) |
|---|---|
| 5 | 68%+ |
| 4 | 54%–67% |
| 3 | 40%–53% |
| 2 | 28%–39% |
| 1 | Below 28% |
3 ways to raise your Physics 2 score
- 1
Circuits and fields show up every year — know how to reason with both equations and diagrams.
- 2
Use conservation laws as your default starting point for explanations.
- 3
Practice linearizing data for graphing questions.
Common questions
How is the AP Physics 2 exam scored?+
40 multiple-choice questions (50%) and 4 free-response questions (50%) covering fluids, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Section scores are combined into a weighted composite, which the College Board converts to a score from 1 to 5.
What composite score do I need for a 5 on Physics 2?+
Cutoffs change every year. Based on historically released scoring, a 5 has typically required roughly 68% of the weighted composite, a 4 about 54%, and a 3 about 40%. Treat these as estimates.
How accurate is this AP score calculator?+
It uses the official section weights and estimated cutoffs from past exams, so it gives a good ballpark — usually within one score point. Your actual score depends on that year's curve.
When do AP scores come out?+
AP scores are typically released in early July through your College Board account.