2023 Best U.S. High Schools

2023 Best U.S. High Schools

The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on nearly 24,000 public high schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nearly 18,000 schools were ranked on six factors based on their performance on state assessments and how well they prepare students for college.

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1.  Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology uses a STEM-focused curriculum that culminates with a technical lab project for seniors. The school offers courses like DNA science, advanced marine biology, automation and robotics, architectural drawing and design, research statistics and AP calculus. TJHSST boasts 15 specialized research labs, ranging from astronomy and astrophysics to oceanography and geophysical systems. Extracurricular activities at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology include clubs like orchestra and swing dance, publications like Teknos, the school’s own science, technology and math journal, and a multitude of athletic teams.

2. Academic Magnet High School

Academic Magnet High School aims to “challenge each student, teacher and parent with high academic expectations.” Almost all courses offered at Academic Magnet High School are either honors or Advanced Placement courses, and every student completes an independent research project over their junior and senior years. Students’ work has been published in multiple academic and professional journals. Students can stay connected with Wi-Fi access in the cafeteria and three computer labs.

3. Signature School

Signature School offers Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses, and its students consistently outscore state and national averages on college entrance exams. In addition to AP and IB courses, students can choose from electives such as piano lab. All Signature School students are expected to complete a minimum number of community service hours. Parent involvement at Signature includes the Parents, Teachers and Students Association, which organizes fundraisers and supplies volunteers for school events.

4. School for Advanced Studies (SAS)

School for Advanced Studies (SAS) is ranked first within Florida. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at School for Advanced Studies (SAS) is 100%. The total minority enrollment is 90%, and 47% of students are economically disadvantaged. School for Advanced Studies (SAS) is 1 of 128 high schools in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

5. Payton College Preparatory High School

Walter Payton College Preparatory High School’s curriculum is centered on honors and Advanced Placement courses in math, science, language and the humanities, among other subjects. Students at Payton can supplement their classroom learning by participating in global exchange and study programs in countries such as France, Belize and South Africa. In addition to core courses and exchange opportunities, the school offers seminars in horseback riding and Pilates.

6. The Davidson Academy of Nevada

The Davidson Academy of Nevada is ranked first within Nevada. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at The Davidson Academy of Nevada is 95%. The total minority enrollment is 53%. The Davidson Academy of Nevada is the only high school in the Davidson Academy School District.

7. The Davidson Academy of Nevada

The Davidson Academy of Nevada is ranked first within Nevada. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at The Davidson Academy of Nevada is 95%. The total minority enrollment is 53%. The Davidson Academy of Nevada is the only high school in the Davidson Academy School District.

8. The School for the Talented and Gifted (TAG)

The School for the Talented and Gifted follows the state’s Distinguished Achievement Program and places an emphasis on Advanced Placement curriculum — TAG offers 30 AP courses and students are required to take 12 to graduate. Students at TAG may conduct field research via partnerships with local universities, take electives such as fashion marketing and enroll in mini-courses like ballroom dancing or glass blowing during interim terms.

9. Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology

Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is ranked first within Georgia. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is 100%. The total minority enrollment is 85%, and 28% of students are economically disadvantaged. Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is 1 of 27 high schools in the Gwinnett County School District.

10. Julia R. Masterman Secondary School

Julia R. Masterman Secondary School is ranked first within Pennsylvania. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at Julia R. Masterman Secondary School is 97%. The total minority enrollment is 57%, and 100% of students are economically disadvantaged. Julia R. Masterman Secondary School is 1 of 56 high schools in the Philadelphia City School District.

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