2020 Best Online Schools in AmericaAbout this List

Stanford Online High School

• Online School
• Stanford, CA
• 7-12
• 121 reviews

Parent: The teachers are experts in their subjects and their excitement about the material creates challenging and engaging classes for the students. But make no mistake, these are difficult classes! When my girls have had outside tutors, the common response is awe at the depth of the material they are covering in middle and high school.
It is a surprisingly social school too! The kids are always on the group chats with OHS friends talking, goofy around or even watching movies together. The families are also great about getting together often and letting the kids visit each other. The best part is that it is cool to be smart and doing something positive and unique. This is the best type of peer influence you could ask for in high school!
My daughter has taken summer classes in more traditional “work on your own” virtual schools and, while they have their own strengths, if you are looking for a truly challenging school and a real school community, OHS is a great place!
Read 121 Reviews

• A+

• 804 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Davidson Academy

• Online School
• Reno, NV
• 6-12
• 58 reviews

Parent: There is a reason families are willing to move to Reno for their kids to attend this school. The teachers are amazing! The administration cares more for the kids than any other school we've known.
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• A+

• 160 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mt. Everest Academy

• Online School
• San Diego Unified School District, CA
• K-12
• 41 reviews

Senior: Mt. Everest Academy is an exceptional school that offers a unique learning experience for each student. The teachers and faculty at Mt. Everest are very caring and truly look out for the students best interest. Being that Mt. Everest Academy is an alternative, independent study school, working in that environment provides the students with better time management and communication skills than at your typical high school. In a way you get that college experience of having different classes on different days and times; having to balance your class time, homework, and extracurricular schedules is all a part of it. That might seem intimidating to some but fortunately you still have the guidance and help from teachers and counselor who will help you make the best decisions for your goals and needs. At Mt. Everest Academy, you have the opportunity to make a connection with each of your teachers, which adds to the overall experience. Enroll at Mt. Everest Academy, you won’t regret it!
Read 41 Reviews

• A+

• 276 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Virtual Learning Academy (E)

• Online School
• Exeter, NH
• 6-8
• 5 reviews

Senior: VLACS offered me the chance to continue my high school experience in a setting I felt more comfortable in, and at my own pace.
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• A+

• 29 Students
• 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

iUniversity Prep

• Online School
• Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, TX
• 5-12
• 31 reviews

Senior: I would wholeheartedly recommend iUniversityPrep as an alternative to brick-and-mortar schools. Teachers are passionate about their subjects, and respond to students' concerns with help. Most students are enthusiastic about doing their best and engaging with the class. The work is difficult, but students can learn at their own pace and receive help. The amount of clubs and events will fulfill any student's social needs. The staff and faculty make preparing for college less stressful, and they have excellent resources and insights about applying to college. I know most people in my grade, because the school population is small. Some students work, some students travel, some students are dedicated athletes, and some students have less busy lives. Accommodations will be made based on the student's life. Love this school and I have school spirit. GO OWLS!
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• A+

• 484 Students
• 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dwight Global Online School

• Online School
• New York, NY
• 7-12
• 11 reviews

Works Here: The support you receive as a student at Dwight Global is unparalleled! There are so many people who have your back: your dean, your college counselor, your teachers - even the administration!

Furthermore, you're getting challenging classes paired with a super flexible schedule. DG prioritizes their students schedules & availability, so all classes are scheduled according to what works for the students. Students come first!
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• A

• 860 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Scottsdale Online Learning

• Online School
• Scottsdale Unified School District, AZ
• K-12
• 1 review

Alum: The possibility of completing my last credits of high school and contemporarily start community college made it great. I only had two more credits to graduate and staying in the public school I previously was enrolled in would have made me take five classes in total, just to stay enrolled. It saved me time and I got my credits needed for graduation. I studied by myself with my personal pace. It's not recommended for students who are not responsible for themselves. The only issue I didn't like was the method of studying , I would have preferred having a physical book.. The professors were available to help when I had problems understanding some concepts. I would say that in overall it's a good school, I did more homework but I got the opportunity to graduate from high school earlier and start college.
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• A

• 55 Students
• 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Laurel Springs School

• Online School
• Ojai, CA
• K-12
• 76 reviews

Senior: I love Laurel Springs! It has allowed me to pursue a rigorous academic education throughout high school while still allowing me to continue my involvement in the equestrian sport. I have also gotten the added bonus of being able to work at my own pace, encouraging me to master concepts rather than just surviving through them. The support network is also incredible, and there are so many ways to be involved in the community that it almost feels like a traditional school environment even though my classmates may be thousands of miles away.
Read 76 Reviews

• A

• 2,953 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Broward Virtual School

• Online School
• Broward County Public Schools, FL
• K-12
• 65 reviews

Sophomore: I absolutely loved Broward Virtual School. As of this year, I can proudly say that I have attended this school for three years. This school provides service for various grades and allows one-on-one communication with teachers and students. Additionally, there are DBA's to help assure that every student understands the material and many live lessons available for additional support. Moreover, pace charts are given for each student and collaborations put into practice for each segment in school, which allows the students to get to know and work with one another. Flexibility is a huge aspect of this school and students are able to create their own schedule to meet their needs. At the physical school location in Coconut Creek, clubs and meetings are provided for the students to attend on a regular basis if wanted. Lastly, there is always a helping hand at Broward Virtual School and everyone genuinely wants each student to prosper and reach their personal goals.
Read 65 Reviews

• A

• 282 Students
• 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Demetrios Preparatory School

• Online School
• Astoria, NY
• PK, K-12
• 16 reviews

Parent: Where has this school been all these years?
Awesome school, my kids love it! Great families and children. Wish I would have found this school earlier for my oldest.
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• A

• 700 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Capistrano Home & Virtual Schools

• Online School
• Capistrano Unified School District, CA
• K-8

• A

• 107 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lee County Virtual Franchise

• Online School
• Lee County Public Schools, FL
• 6-12

• A

• 250 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Renaissance Learning Academy

• Online School
• Palm Beach County School District, FL
• K-12
• 1 review

• A

• 76 Students
• 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rio Rancho Cyber Academy

• Online School
• Rio Rancho Public Schools, NM
• 6-12
• 29 reviews

Alum: It is hard work, don't foul yourself, but quality over quantity anyday leads to greater success. Don't go here if you want to slack off or not make the most out of each moment. You have to be a self-learner to a certain degree and you have to be willing to reach out for help with the amazing teachers. Life smarts and academic smarts are what I got here and that is what is going to propel me to be a better individual in the long run. If you are not serious about your education and believe having a carefree and unbalanced social life then go to a traditional school, don't bother going here. Now if you are serious and want quality then consider this school. It will hold you accountable to going above and beyond and in the long run that is what will sustain you to be a better person.
Read 29 Reviews

• A

• 166 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

California Connections Academy Southern California

• Online School
• Capistrano Unified School District, CA
• PK, K-12
• 145 reviews

Senior: Connections Academy is different from a traditional school in countless ways. Unlike a traditional school, Connections Academy is more flexible when it comes to your schedule, making it perfect for students who are heavily involved in extracurricular activities and/or struggle with day-to-day health problems. Along with that, I feel that by attending Connections Academy, the stress of social peer pressure and the melodrama of school students is lessened, creating a positive and focused environment for people who want to succeed in their studies.
The one thing that I would like to see change is improvements in the Special Educations department. The staff in the department are beyond hard working. I feel that they deserve more recognition from the school for their outstanding work ethic and commitment to their students. I also believe an investment into a modified course(s) for severe special need students could be helpful to their overall success in the school.
Read 145 Reviews

• A

• 3,500 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Johns Virtual Franchise

• Online School
• St. Johns County School District, FL
• 6-12
• 5 reviews

Alum: Great school for those looking for a more flexible schedule than a brick and mortar school can provide! Great teachers and staff! It is not your typical high school setting, so if you are looking for a lot of school spirit and extracurricular activities, these will be limited, but it was perfect for the purpose of freeing up time during the day to pursue pre-professional ballet training. If you have good time management skills and can work independently with minimal supervision, this will be an awesome option.
Read 5 Reviews

• A

• 110 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Lake Virtual Franchise

• Online School
• Lake County Schools, FL
• 6-12
• 3 reviews

High School Senior: Its easy to get into a class you want and they have the curriculum as a normal public school.
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• A

• 79 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alternative Education-San Joaquin High School

• Online School
• Irvine Unified School District, CA
• K-12
• 1 review

Niche User: This school provides an alternative way to learn in a different environment, as opposed to other public high schools.
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• A

• 59 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

California Preparatory Academy

• Online School
• Capistrano Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 11 reviews

Senior: This is an amazing school. It offers a mix of challenging and easier classes, though to succeed regardless of which classes you take, you must follow a schedule and complete all homework in a timely fashion. Outside of this, students and faculty are amazing!
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• A

• 176 Students
• 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seminole County Virtual School

• Online School
• Seminole County Public Schools, FL
• K-12
• 17 reviews

Senior: Seminole County Virtual School has been a wonderful experience and allowed me to move through high school at a faster pace and graduate early. It would be helpful if they could offer more clubs and awards for top students.
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• A

• 83 Students
• 2:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts and Sciences

• Online School
• Lake Oswego, OR
• K-12
• 29 reviews

Alum: CMASAS gave me the greatest high school experience I could have asked for! The teachers and faculty work closely with the students to give them the best education they can, tailored to their specific learning needs as well as their interests. Without Mrs. Dolph I wouldn't have made it through my maths and sciences, and Dr. Radachy became somewhat of a mentor to me throughout high school. The course selection is phenomenal, and it's amazing getting to know other students from different parts of the world and completely opposite walks of life (I had an Olympic snowboarder in my homeroom one year). I'll always be doing my best to find ways to get involved with the school as an alumna, and I would definitely recommended CMASAS to anyone looking for a flexible online education.
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• A-

• 375 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fayetteville Virtual Academy

• Online School
• Fayetteville School District, AR
• 4-8

• A-

• 48 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Texas Online Preparatory High School

• Online School
• Huntsville Independent School District, TX
• 9-12
• 42 reviews

Junior: This is my first year as a student at Texas Online Preparatory, and it is not like any other school I have ever attended. The teachers make sure you really understand the lessons and work through any issues or problem areas you have in a certain subject. My peers and I all have the same mindset: we came to learn! They are polite and also help one another with any problem areas in class. The clubs are very broad and for every type of hobby, and they are a great was to meet new people.
Read 42 Reviews

• A-

• 422 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Florida Virtual High School

• Online School
• Orlando, FL
• 6-12
• 191 reviews

Senior: I love the course options I had. The teachers were great and were willing to work through any questions or material I was confused on. The lessons weren't hard to understand, and the website is easy to work. The only problem I had is that if you first take extra classes through the part time school and then transfer, make sure you use the same account. I was told differently, and then had to merge the accounts about a month before graduation, and it took a minute to sort everything out. Other than that, Florida Virtual School is great!
Read 191 Reviews

• A-

• 4,739 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Pasco eSchool

• Online School
• Pasco County School District, FL
• 6-12
• 17 reviews

Senior: The teachers and staff are very supportive throughout the process, overall its been a good experience. The counselors are amazing, and assure you have a successful high school experience throughout the way. I definitely recommend Pasco Eschool if you are considering an online alternative to your high school education. Commitment and responsibility are required for a successful experience.
Read 17 Reviews

• A-

• 141 Students
• 2:1 Student-Teacher Ratio