<p>It is not possible ot take AP courses if they are not offered. On the other hand, if OP’s son were given the opportunity to take those APs, he may have done very well. He is being “peanalized” for something that’s his fault and the ranking may not even be reflective of his capability. For that reason, adcoms often compare applicants within their school/state/region, because comparison always needs to be in context. Adcoms look for student’s potential to do well in college, not necessary what he/she has done in high school</p>