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2022 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

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  1. Radnor Senior High School

    • Radnor Township School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 141 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: My experience at Radnor High School was nothing else but terrific. What I love most about the high school was how easy going the students and teachers were. Going into the my freshmen year, I was new to the community so it was great for everyone who I interacted with to make me feel like Radnor was my home for the next couple of years. Another thing I love about Radnor was the teachers and how they prepare you for college and beyond. All of the staff at Radnor care about the student's future and I'm proud to say that I am forever a Red Raider!...Read 141 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,196 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Strath Haven High School

    • Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 284 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Freshman: My school is great for people to come out of their shell! It allows people to be who they want to be! Our band in in the top 5 in the country and our arts programs are fantastic. Our sports teams are also great, as you can look at all of the flags are risen in the gym. Our academics are fantastic as well. We all have a lot to learn and Strath Haven is the place to do it! The only thing that really needs to happen is socially wise. All student should be accepted and some student are not accepting. There is only baut 4 per grade though. We are a top 10 high school for the state of Pennsylvania!...Read 284 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,194 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Garnet Valley High School

    • Garnet Valley School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 339 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: Attending the Garnet Valley School District has been an amazing experience, and I couldn't imagine having a better education. Garnet Valley High School holds a supportive environment, with teachers, faculty, and students who are willing to go out of their way to help you. I've never experienced or witnessed any bullying or extreme negative behavior coming from other students, because of the sense of community and pride we take as Jags. If anything unfortunate were to happen to someone, the whole community would be there, supporting them. Academic wise, most of the teachers at Garnet Valley High School are well-qualified at teaching and are reasonable when it comes to grades--try your best and you will not be disregarded. Lastly, the various clubs and activities to join are great ways to meet new people and have a great time! Attending Garnet Valley High School was an amazing experience for me, and I will be sad to leave my town when I graduate in June...Read 339 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,569 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Haverford Senior High School

    • School District of Haverford Township, PA
    • 9-12
    • 318 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: Haverford Senior High School is an excellent institution. The community there is so open and involved. The theatre department is phenomenal! And there are so many support organizations, like Best Buddies, End Asian Hate, and Rainbow Alliance. I received so much individual attention from teachers and staff there...Read 318 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,886 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Penncrest High School

    • Rose Tree Media School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 224 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Alum: Penncrest was a great experience for me as a 2018 grad, but the school itself is far from perfect. Many of the facilities are in dire need of renovation. Some of the sports programs are downright pitiful (others are strong, to be fair). From what I understand the school is understaffed in many areas and the administration lacks transparency. Having said that, there are also many areas which I believe distinguish Penncrest as an above average public school. The teachers, in my experience, have all been very approachable and demonstrate a clear interest in bettering their students futures. I have developed lasting relationships with several teachers and I believe the quality of individuals that teach at Penncrest really set it apart...Read 224 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,194 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Marple Newtown High School

    • Marple Newtown School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 229 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Parent: My Husband and I and our Son are graduates of MN. Our Daughter is currently a Senior. Marple Newtown has the lasted technology throughout the the school. The teachers and staff take learning To the next level while challenging their students and always keeping them engaged. MN High school has level one Athletic department with many clubs and sports teams who have many championships under their belt, even a national ranking!Read 229 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,054 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Springfield High School

    • Springfield School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 250 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Junior: I have had an amazing experience at Springfield. The teachers are very kind and compassionate. The students are more accepting than many other places and have been kind. The school does a very nice job to provide an abundance of extra curriculars ranging from PJAS to Chess Club to Theater and many varsity and junior varsity sports. They also allow us to really personalize our education to our own interests. The new building that we moved into recently is a modern marvel truly and shows how Springfield desires to stay at the cutting edge of technology. They also promote a feeling of unity and a desire to serve with organizations such as Mini-Thon (SSDM), National Honor Society, Cougar Ambassadors and more. I am a Junior and have had a very positive experience...Read 250 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,320 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Interboro Senior High School

    • Interboro School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 191 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: The instructors at Interboro High School are extremely helpful and truly care about their students’ wellbeing. There is a real sense of community, although conflicts within the student body have occurred at times...Read 191 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,057 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Sun Valley High School

    • Penn-Delco School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 197 reviews
    #9 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: I love almost everything about the school, almost every teacher I had went above and beyond to help me in and outside of class, some going as far as to host late night study sessions for everyone in the class. I have had a good relationship with every teacher that I have had, and even some that I haven't had. I loved the large amount of activities available to students, and I thoroughly enjoyed participating in extracurricular activities and making friendships not only with fellow students, but with the teachers running the activities as well...Read 197 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,050 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Ridley High School

    • Ridley School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 295 reviews
    #10 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Alum: I was new to Ridley school district when I began as a freshman at Ridley High School, but I quickly felt like I fit right in. Over my four years of attendance, the staff helped me deal with my developmental issues and put together a unique education plan for me, so I was able to continue learning and eventually graduate. The teachers are all very diverse individuals, and most are interesting people. I never ate the cafeteria food but I never heard anyone complain. As for the academics of the school, I believe my education there was sufficient (as I can't possibly compare it to any other high schools), but being in college for over two years now, it is apparent that what I learned has been very useful and was definitely enough to prepare me for college...Read 295 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,822 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Upper Darby Senior High School

    • Upper Darby School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 585 reviews
    #11 Best Public High Schools in Delaware County

    Senior: I am fascinated by the variety of courses Upper Darby High School has to offer. Students can take classes as basic as and English or they can dive right into their preferred future careers through professional field classes. Students also have a voice in what their school does; they can participate in student government and start or join various clubs. Most importantly, Upper Darby High School is a very diverse school. The school is built of students from all around the globe making it a place for when people can experience the real world even before graduating high school...Read 585 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 3,845 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Chichester Senior High School

    • Chichester School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 171 reviews

    Senior: Chichester High School is a school with many that are not very involved. Although there are not many involved, those who are make the most of it. This is a school where you make the most of your experience. If you choose to have a good four year by putting yourself out there, keeping up your grades, and striving to be the best you can be, Chichester is a good fit...Read 171 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 926 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Chester Charter School for the Arts

    • Public School
    • CHESTER, PA
    • K-12
    • 9 reviews

    Senior: In 2013 I joined the Chester Charter School for the Arts family, and since then, I have been in the top 5% of my class, and a part of all of the arts integrated the program. I have never missed a day of school in my life! I am the president of my school. I participated in Varsity Cross Country, Cheerleading, and Girl’s Basketball. From the moment I came to CCSA, I have embraced the ability and the opportunities to get involved in anything and everything that I can. But above all, I have concentrated on being the best scholar that I can be. I take my education very seriously, and as such, I strive to be a scholar in a variety of subjects. So far, I am fulfilling my purpose and serving as a role model for other students who don’t believe they can achieve their goals. All of this has helped shape my personality, leading me to develop into a more well-rounded person. The only difference I would like to see is expansion: a bigger school, more students, more activities, and programs...Read 9 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 677 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. STEM at Showalter

    • Chester-Upland School District, PA
    • 7-12
    • 20 reviews

    Alum: I loved STEM Academy all the teachers were actually great and it felt like they actually cared. My favorite of them all was my engineering teacher since we had that class for two periods a day it was all fun, laughs, and we still got work done and he made sure we got work done. The classes were balanced and students were available to do dual-enrollment and AP classes. This made school so much more important. The activities that the school did were also very interesting bringing colleges down to speak with us gave us a good experience...Read 20 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 432 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Academy Park High School

    • Southeast Delco School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 230 reviews

    Alum: Academy Park is a great school, I attended this school for my entire high school semester. The teachers are very caring and the atmosphere is very friendly. I can say from experience myself that when a teacher see's something wrong action is immediately taken! They make sure each student feel comfortable enough to open up about personal issues. I like that my school is very hands on and caring when it comes to teenage pregnancy. They have a program for young teenagers who are expecting, this program informs new parents on how to fill out paperwork such as WIC. This program also provides clothing, food, strollers and many other things to help the new parent. One thing I believe they should improve is helping students find a job and teaching them how to fill out applications...Read 230 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,303 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Penn Wood High School

    • William Penn School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 72 reviews

    Senior: My experience at Penn Wood High School, I would not trade for anything else. Although my school has its challenges, it does its job with the resources it is provided with. Being a Student-Athlete taking AP courses and participating in both basketball and softball, I made myself busy revolving around my school. Its culture is unmatched and we pride ourselves for our involvement between students and staff as well as students and one another. If I could change anything, I would change how administration responds to its students advice...Read 72 Reviews

    • C minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,457 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Chester High School - Main Campus

    • Chester-Upland School District, PA
    • 9-12
    • 39 reviews

    Senior: Although many people may say or think Chester High School is a bad school, it really is not. Chester High School is a school full of students with the will and potential to be something in life. Teachers travel from different areas of the state to come a guide the students here with the opportunity to further their education. Also, the teachers here are extremely encouraging and worth the listen!!! Guidance counselors are always there to guide you in the right direction and the principal is always putting forth the necessary effort to construct and conduct a school in desperate need of leadership assistance. Lastly, the schools activities are astounding. With reading teams and sports that are built to not only entertain you, but to show you how things are truly done in that particular field. So when you hear this school is bad think about it and actually come visit sometime, you'll see why anyone would be excited to be enrolled at Chester High School. Thank You...Read 39 Reviews

    • D+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 900 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Nazareth Academy Grade School

    • Private School
    • PHILADELPHIA, PA
    • 1-8
    • 43 reviews

    Parent: Our daughter transferred into Nazareth and it was the best decision we made. The teachers and academics challenged her to be better prepared for high school and the confidence she built within herself has been priceless as she has now graduated college and started her first job. She continues to be supported by the NAGS community and returns each year to sponsor a scholarship for kids, like herself, who built believed in themselves as a result of their involvement in the arts at Nazareth!...Read 43 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 195 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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