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2025 Best Private High Schools in America

2025 Best Private High Schools in America

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  1. Groton School

    #1 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, GROTON, MA, 8-12. 121 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars. Featured Review: Senior says Being a woman of color at Groton definitely comes with its challenges, and I won’t sugarcoat it. The facilities, teachers, and classes constantly push you—socially and academically—beyond your... Read 121 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 383, Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

  2. Phillips Academy Andover

    #2 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, ANDOVER, MA, 9-12. 223 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars. Featured Review: Parent says I have had three children attend Phillips Academy. My youngest child is a current student. The academics are extremely strong and have prepared my older two-both now college graduates and working-to... Read 223 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 1,187, Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

  3. Phillips Exeter Academy

    #3 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, EXETER, NH, 9-12. 372 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars. Featured Review: Senior says I have attended Exeter as a day student for the past four years. I have loved my time here and am so grateful for all the school has to offer, from 100s of clubs to super interesting electives (the... Read 372 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 1,106, Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

  4. Choate Rosemary Hall

    #4 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, WALLINGFORD, CT, 9-12. 218 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Junior says I love attending Choate. The school offers a rigorous yet rewarding academic environment with a strong sense of community. The workload is challenging, but the school provides ample support through... Read 218 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 861, Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  5. Commonwealth School

    #5 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, BOSTON, MA, 9-12. 49 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars. Featured Review: Parent says Small school with a concentration of super bright, motivated and interesting kids with diverse skills and interests. Classes are rigorous and teachers expect a lot of diligence and high quality in... Read 49 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 157, Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

  6. The College Preparatory School

    #7 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, OAKLAND, CA, 9-12. 124 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars. Featured Review: Parent says My son is a senior at CPS and his experience has been nothing short of phenomenal. He has grown intellectually, discovered and embraced his passions, and matured as a leader. CPS challenged him... Read 124 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 374, Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  7. St. Paul's School

    #9 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, CONCORD, NH, 9-12. 118 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars. Featured Review: Freshman says St. Paul’s School in Concord, NH, offers a rigorous academic environment with highly qualified faculty, strong resources, and an excellent college counseling program. The curriculum is challenging,... Read 118 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 540, Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

  8. Stanford Online High School

    #10 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Online School, REDWOOD CITY, CA, 7-12. 198 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Sophomore says It is true that the course selection is as rigorous as it is diverse. This is often praised, and for the right reasons it certainly deserves to be. What is not often said, however, is the time eaten... Read 198 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 1,032, Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,

  9. The Nueva School

    #14 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, HILLSBOROUGH, CA, PK, K-12. 82 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars. Featured Review: Parent says One of my children has spent seven incredible years at Nueva, and I wholeheartedly recommend this school to gifted children—especially those with unique learning needs. Unlike traditional schools... Read 82 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 853, Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  10. St. John's School

    #15 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, HOUSTON, TX, K-12. 126 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars. Featured Review: Parent says SJS is the type of school that primarily exists in the northeast - Houston is very lucky to have it. A qualified student will receive an education that is among the very best in the country. The... Read 126 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 1,424, Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  11. The Lawrenceville School

    #16 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ, 9-12. 216 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars. Featured Review: Other says Working TOGETHER over three years: Read 216 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 824, Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  12. Regis High School

    #17 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, NEW YORK, NY, 9-12. 202 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Senior says Regis high school has been by home for the past four years. I have made great friends here and learned so much. The work is very challenging: 3 to 4 hours of homework every night. The teachers... Read 202 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 536, Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

  13. The Chapin School

    #18 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, NEW YORK, NY, K-12. 172 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Senior says I'm so grateful to be heading into college next year with the opportunities and skills that Chapin has given me. The staff, faculty, and student body create a work hard and high standard yet... Read 172 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 830, Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  14. Dwight Global Online School

    #19 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Online School, WEST PALM BEACH, FL, 6-12. 236 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars. Featured Review: Alum says As a recent graduate of Dwight School, I had the best experience possible. The rigorous classes, wonderful faculty, kind friends, and great community is what makes this be the best place possible!... Read 236 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 393, Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  15. The Bishop's School

    #20 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, LA JOLLA, CA, 6-12. 127 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Parent says We are incredibly fortunate to be part of the Bishop's School community, our daughter has grown so much-both academically and personally-since the very first day at Bishop's. She is inspired and... Read 127 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 800, Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  16. Elite Preparatory Academy

    #22 Best Private High Schools in America. Blue checkmark. Private School, HOPATCONG, NJ, 8-12. 28 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars. Featured Review: Sophomore says I firmly believe that joining the EPA was the best decision I have made. My English teacher is the most enthusiastic person that I have ever encountered. I still recall the first time I met with him,... Read 28 reviews. Overall Niche Grade: A+, Students: 206, Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

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