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National Average AP Courses Offered (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +30.0% (+3 since 2016)

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Year	National avg	YoY Change (#)	YoY Change (%)
2025	13	▲ +1	▲ +8.3%
2024	12	▲ +1	▲ +9.1%
2023	11	— 0	— 0.0%
2022	11	— 0	— 0.0%
2021	11	— 0	— 0.0%
2020	11	— 0	— 0.0%
2019	11	— 0	— 0.0%
2018	11	▲ +1	▲ +10.0%
2017	10	— 0	— 0.0%
2016	10	— 0	— 0.0%
2015	10	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — National (AP Courses range: 7–22, avg 13)

AP Courses Range: 7 22 Avg. AP Courses: 13

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national average number of AP courses offered by private schools?

The national average number of AP courses offered by private schools is 13 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with most AP courses offered in the United States?

The private schools with most AP courses offered in the United States include Chaminade College Preparatory School, St. Paul's School and Rivermont Collegiate.

What is the state with most average number of AP courses offered by private schools?

The state with most average number of AP courses offered by private schools is New Hampshire.

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The state with most average private school AP courses is New Hampshire , with 22 AP courses. The county with the most average private school AP courses is Contra Costa County, CA with 31 AP courses.