I am wondering this too. My younger son is at an very competitive suburban high school where it is nearly impossible to get into honors and advanced classes. It actually takes a lot of work to get a B+ at this school. When it comes time to apply to colleges will they know these factors or how do you indicate it on an application? It is also hard to win awards at such a large high school. I’m concerned there will be nothing to fill in on that section of the ap. Does anyone have any insight or advice?