APEI (American Public Education) GF Value Rank: 1 (As of Jul. 16, 2026) — 75% Below Median

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APEI American Public Education Inc APEI
69 GF Score
Price $51.22
GF Value $20.43
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is American Public Education GF Value Rank?

American Public Education APEI +3.90% 69 GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 75% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates APEI with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $20.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

American Public Education has the GF Value Rank of 1.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

American Public Education GF Value Rank Related Terms

APEI vs PXED, DAO, AFYA: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Education & Training Services subindustry, American Public Education's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

American Public Education GF Value Rank vs Education Industry

For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, American Public Education's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Public Education's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 1 mean?
American Public Education (APEI) has a GF Value Rank of 1 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on American Public Education and its competitors. This is 75% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, American Public Education's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is American Public Education's GF Value Rank too high?
American Public Education's current GF Value Rank of 1 is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, American Public Education has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Public Education's GF Value Rank compare to PXED and DAO?
American Public Education's GF Value Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Education industry. Historically, American Public Education's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for an Education company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Education industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on American Public Education and its competitors. American Public Education's current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Public Education stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Public Education (APEI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $20.43, compared to a current price of $51.22 — trading 150.7% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 1, which is 75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. American Public Education's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Public Education (APEI), the current GF Value Rank is 1 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is American Public Education (APEI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Public Education stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $51.22 is trading 150.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $20.43. GuruFocus considers American Public Education to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for APEI:

  • GF Value Rank: 1 (75% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $20.43 vs. price of $51.22 (150.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the APEI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

American Public Education Business Description

Other Exchanges 51A:Germany
Address 111 West Congress Street, Charles Town, WV, USA, 25414
American Public Education Inc provides online and campus based postsecondary education including various undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The fields of study include business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, liberal arts, national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. There are three reporting segments: the American Public University segment which is the key revenue generator, provides online postsecondary education as a distance-learning, graduate-level institution for military officers seeking a degree in military studies; the Rasmussen University Segment and the Hondros College of Nursing segment. The revenue is generated from net course registrations and enrollment, tuition rate, net tuition, and other fees.
69GF Score

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