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2023 Best High Schools for Athletes in the Boston Area

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  1. #1 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Boston College High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    BOSTON, MA,

    7-12,

    202 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Going to BC High was easily one of the best decisions I/my parents have ever made. It is truly a school that goes above and beyond, with an unbreakable sense of community and brotherhood. Between the....

    Read 202 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  2. #2 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    St. John's Prep

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    Private School,

    DANVERS, MA,

    6-12,

    143 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I have had an excellent experience at St. John’s Prep. Although I have experienced many challenges, the school has done an excellent job in preparing me for college. Additionally, I have felt that...The school culture is great. Although we are a sports powerhouse, the school does a good job at promoting other aspects of student involvement, such as drama productions. While the racial/ethnic....

    Read 143 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 22,

  3. #3 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Central Catholic High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    LAWRENCE, MA,

    9-12,

    348 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Central has always and will continue to be a "home away from home" of sorts. It really is the most welcoming community I've ever been a part of, and the opportunities there are countless both...I think if there were one thing I would be looking to change, it would be providing more money towards the tech department. The ACADEMIC side of the classical sciences such as biology, chemistry, and...I think with a little extra funding and interest, the school would have no problem creating these resources for students interested in STEM,.

    Read 348 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Total Number of Sports: 30,

  4. #5 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Natick High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Natick Public Schools, MA,

    PK, 9-12,

    234 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Natick High School is a beautiful high school in Central Massachusetts with around 1600 students attending. Natick High School offers all levels of difficulty classes from college-prep to ap courses.....

    Read 234 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 22,

  5. #6 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Lawrence Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    GROTON, MA,

    9-12,

    50 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says My son has had an incredibly positive experience at Lawrence Academy. The teachers are wonderful and nurturing; and the advisor program encourages involvement and good study habits. Lawrence Academy is a community rich with actives; arts and music, athletics, clubs, charitable events as well as leadership opportunities. The staff and administration are continually providing...By joining the soccer team his freshman year, my son made lots of great friends very quickly, both other freshman and upper class-men. He has found LA to be a warm and welcoming environment. Lawrence is a great balance of academics, activities and community. I'm so thankful to have found this perfect place for my son to grow and develop throughout his high school years. I would highly....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 25,

  6. #9 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School

    Public School,

    SUDBURY, MA,

    9-12,

    283 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Unlike many high schools in the area, LS provides students with a "college-like" selection of many courses, such as English. We have about 20 courses to choose from, ranging anywhere from Expository....

    Read 283 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 32,

  7. #12 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Catholic Memorial

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    WEST ROXBURY, MA,

    7-12,

    91 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says I’ve always despised school, growing up I bounced around from school to school and I could never find the right fit. All my life I have been surrounded by teachers who thought boring lessons straight....

    Read 91 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 15,

  8. #13 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Wellesley Senior High School

    Wellesley Public Schools, MA,

    9-12,

    174 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Wellesley Senior High School is an excellent school exceding admirable quality in education, student well-being, student-teacher relations, and preparations for the student's next stage. Being an...Students have access to unprecedented resources for their academic achievements, personal passions, and physical and mental well-being. The school hosts various academic competitions, clubs, and...That being said, due to the success rooted in everyone's responsibility and commitment, some may not find the same accessibility as others. However, much is possible at Wellesley Senior High School....

    Read 174 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 35,

  9. #14 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    North Reading High School

    North Reading Public Schools, MA,

    9-12,

    153 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says North Reading High School is a very prestigious school. Although it lacks diversity and is a predominately white school, it offers electives to encourage teaching of various religions and cultures.....

    Read 153 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Total Number of Sports: 30,

  10. #15 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Duxbury High School

    Duxbury Public Schools, MA,

    9-12,

    119 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Duxbury High School is unique in many ways. This school contains both the middle and high school in one building, and for the most part, the layout is simple and straightforward. The building is....

    Read 119 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Total Number of Sports: 30,

  11. #16 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Belmont Hill School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    BELMONT, MA,

    7-12,

    26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says My son is in middle school program. BH is a terrific school with very supportive faculty and administrative members who know how to mentor, coach and teach boys during their transformative phases as...The school has been working extremely hard to attract diverse student population to better overall student experience and promote inclusivity. Overall, I am very impressed with how thoughtful the....

    Read 26 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 16,

  12. #17 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Medfield Senior High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Medfield Public Schools, MA,

    9-12,

    103 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says MHS is a very academic-focused school that has a lot of options for its highest-achieving students, but it has some problems with flexibility. Most teachers will give extensions based on....

    Read 103 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 26,

  13. #18 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    St. Sebastian's School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    NEEDHAM, MA,

    7-12,

    48 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Our son started as a 9th grader in the fall of 2020. The school has exceeded our very high expectations.Even with the ongoing pandemic, the school has managed to provide an academically rigorous and caring/supportive community. The teachers are extraordinary. They know our son very well and truly care about his academic AND personal and spiritual development. His academic transition from public school has been seamless. We...In this uncertain time with so much angst in society, I can not think of a better community for our son to be part of. On a daily basis the faculty and administration communicate their time tested....

    Read 48 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 12,

  14. #19 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Reading Memorial High School

    Reading Public Schools, MA,

    9-12,

    145 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Reading Memorial High School is a place keen on fostering the creativity and growth of their students. RMHS employs vetted teachers who are able to teach to many different learning styles.....

    Read 145 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Total Number of Sports: 25,

  15. #20 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Malden Catholic High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    MALDEN, MA,

    9-12,

    145 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I am a rising senior girl and I have attended Malden Catholic since my freshman year. I started freshman year at my local public school, but in search of harder classes and more opportunities, I...While it is true that my class is only the second girls class to go through the girls side, MC has treated us well. The classes are engaging and rigorous and are preparing us well for college. In...MC has truly helped me grow as a person and student; I am proud to be a lancer!.

    Read 145 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 30,

  16. #22 Best High Schools for Athletes in Boston Area.

    Bishop Fenwick High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    PEABODY, MA,

    9-12,

    130 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says With a current senior and a freshman it is fair to say we are Crusader supporters! To sum it up: the kids, faculty and administration make each other better. From academics to athletics, to the....

    Read 130 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Total Number of Sports: 27,

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