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2024 Best Magnet High Schools in America

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  1. #1 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    The Davidson Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    RENO, NV,

    5-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says Davidson is a truly unique educational experience. Everyone around you is not only brilliant but also enthusiastic about learning, the class sizes are small, and the teachers are truly passionate....

    Read 81 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 172,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  2. #3 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Payton College Preparatory High School

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says I've been here for all four years and I love this school! Truly, the best part of the school is the teachers. Of course, you'll have a few that aren't your favorite, but I've found teachers I really....

    Read 427 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,167,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

  3. #6 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology

    Fairfax County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Junior says I’ve been a student for 2 years now, and I’ve experienced good and, not so good. The general community at TJ is pretty great, most people are friendly and welcoming with, of course, a few exceptions.....

    Read 583 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,902,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  4. #7 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    AURORA, IL,

    10-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says IMSA is a fantastic school for students who want to take their education to the next level. The diversity and academics are excellent, and the shared culture between the students is incredible. That....

    Read 373 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 624,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,

  5. #9 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Whitney M. Young Magnet High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    7-12,

    1171 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says Whitney Young is a great school with great academics and athletics. There are hundreds of clubs to choose from. The school prepares kids for academic success and college readiness. The teachers are....

    Read 1171 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,051,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

  6. #10 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    School of Science & Engineering

    Blue checkmark.

    Dallas Independent School District, TX,

    9-12,

    218 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says The school of science and engineering is a really prestigious school that offers great classes to students. It can sometimes be hard to balance all the work were given because of the challenging....

    Read 218 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 501,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  7. #11 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Liberal Arts & Science Academy

    Austin Independent School District, TX,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Junior says LASA is an overall good school and has outstanding academics along with an amazing councilor team and is rated among the best for college readiness. While I think the school provides many good....

    Read 512 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,309,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  8. #12 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Pine View School

    Blue checkmark.

    Sarasota County Schools, FL,

    2-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says I've attended Pine View School from 2nd grade through 12th grade. This place is great and offers many advanced classes for those who are consistently performing above their grade level. Once a....

    Read 366 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,745,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,

  9. #14 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    California Academy of Mathematics & Science

    Blue checkmark.

    Long Beach Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Parent says After sending our son for a year, we are happy to tell that the school is filled with wonderful people.CAMS students are kind, friendly, supporting each other across grades, and caring younger students very well. Parents are very nice and supportive, too.Most teachers have decent backgrounds/careers. It's easy to communicate with teachers and school staffs. Minimal donation/volunteer requests. The school is for students like Engineering, Computer Science, or Bio-technology. Required courses include manufacturing with CNC machines & industrial 3D printers, computer programming, CAD...Located on CSUDH campus, junior/senior students may take the college classes at reasonable cost.More than 50 clubs to choose from. 1/5 students join FRC or VEX Robotics teams. While sports teams are limited, good players compete at tournaments. Dancing teams actively perform at various school...A lot of fun and exciting opportunities at CAMS!.

    Read 497 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 667,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,

  10. #16 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Bergen County Academies

    Blue checkmark.

    Bergen County Vocational Technical School District, NJ,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Junior says I am a junior at Bergen County Academies and I have had a good experience so far.The teachers at Bergen County Academies are for the most part very knowledgeable in their fields. They are willing to go above and beyond. I also appreciate the fact that the school tries to ensure...One thing that I would like to see change at Bergen County Academies is the availability of resources for students. While the school does have a lot of resources available, I feel like there could be...Overall, my experience at Bergen County Academies has been positive. It is a great school with a strong focus on academics and extracurricular activities, but getting involved in those activities....

    Read 555 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,109,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,

  11. #18 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Carnegie Vanguard High School

    Houston Independent School District, TX,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says Carnegie Vanguard High School is a rigorous high school that provides a great learning and challenging learning environment with the addition of Advanced Placement and Dual Credit Courses. Although....

    Read 355 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 913,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

  12. #19 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Jones College Prep High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says The experience I have had at Jones College Prep has been decent! It is definitely a very academically focused school, and that is a good thing because it motivates students to do well, but it is....

    Read 760 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,909,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  13. #20 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. School of the Arts

    Blue checkmark.

    Palm Beach County School District, FL,

    9-12,

    611 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Good Academics and teachers. Fun school to be in even when academic wise it gets tough. Most teachers are friendly and ready to help. Dreyfoos encourages involvement of student group interaction...Outside of those departments sometimes kids feel the need have "rivalries" or almost pick on certain majors but if you love your art and make good friends despite the major they are, you can get...Admin encourages students to be proud of their school and to take advantage of the opportunities offered. There is a variety of activities during the school year to go to and enjoy like spirit week...I'm going to miss going here for sure. Came for the arts, stayed for the people and opportunities offered!.

    Read 611 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,380,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,

  14. #22 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    Lane Tech College Prep High School

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    7-12,

    3224 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Easy to be a stranger here, but it's wonderful when you choose not to be one. Room numbering system is odd, but you'll get it in a few weeks. Most students will be happy to assist you w finding....

    Read 3224 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 4,330,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  15. #23 Best Magnet High Schools in America.

    NeoCity Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Osceola County School District, FL,

    9-12,

    34 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Being a part of the first graduating class of this school has been such a wonderful experience! I was even lucky enough to witness the state of the art institution being built from the ground up.....

    Read 34 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 460,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

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