2021 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County, MI

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Northville High School
Northville Public Schools, MI
9-12
331 reviews
#1 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Parent: Northville High School is excellent in many ways. Their facilities are top notch and they are constantly making enhancements to the school, sports fields and programs. There are endless clubs students can join based on their interests and skills. The school offers IB, Honors and AP courses as well. Teachers, counselors and administration are amazing!
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
2,500 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Grosse Pointe South High School
Grosse Pointe Public School System, MI
9-12
273 reviews
#2 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Parent: Grosse Pointe South is an excellent high school! My son started at South in 9th grade. He is currently a senior. The school offers challenging academics, and prepares all students for college. Moving from another state was challenging for my son, but the environment at South is welcoming. It was easy for him to make friends. All his teachers are responsive. The students at South are friendly and the environment is safe. My son wasn't into sports, but there are so many clubs and activities for him to participate in. Parents are encouraged to get involved, if their schedules permit. The administration has always been welcoming and communication is great! Students are encouraged to do their best, but my son isn't overwhelmed. I feel the teachers and staff at South provide a challenging, and rewarding environment, where all students feel safe.
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
1,542 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Grosse Pointe North High School
Grosse Pointe Public School System, MI
9-12
295 reviews
#3 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Alum: I really liked Grosse Pointe North. The teachers really helped me learn and discover new information. The counselors were great and did everything in their ability to help me get where I wanted to be. They recommended many ways to get noticed and found me many scholarship opportunities. It’s a great environment there, they make sure you feel safe in the most possible way. I would love for it to be a bit more diverse though. Besides that the school does a really good job!
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
1,316 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Canton High School
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, MI
PK, 6-12
371 reviews
#4 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Though the campus of this school is enormous, it is a place to make lots of connections and friends. Teachers are veru friendly and helpful whether it is education related or personal. As a student I felt very welcomed in this school. I would recomend anyone to come to Canton High School.We have over 200 clubs and a very diverse group of students. We even have CTE course which is amazing because as a student who wants to go the medial feild, these course really helped me prepare for my future. Our school is LGBTQ+ friendly, all doors are open! I really loved this school! Go Chiefs!
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A
Overall Niche Grade
1,976 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Plymouth High School
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, MI
6-12
297 reviews
#5 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Sophomore: Plymouth is a very diverse school with many kind, friendly students that are sure to help you feel welcome and teachers that are very patient and helpful. Plymouth High School has a very competitive academic program. There are many Honors classes and AP classes offered. In addition, you can also choose to be a part of the STEM program or the IB program. If you we're looking to be a part of a club or student organization, Plymouth offers many opportunities for you. Some student organizations include Plymouth Student Congress and Plymouth Student Council. Although Plymouth Athletics can be improved, I would say that most of ours sports teams are very competitive with the other teams in their leagues. As for the teachers, they are, for the most part, patient and helpful. They provide help to students who ask for it. Some of them also have very fun, interactive ways of learning. As a matter of fact, my math teacher last year had us juggle every Wednesday to enhance our brains' pathways!
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A
Overall Niche Grade
2,041 Students
21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Salem High School
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, MI
6-12
333 reviews
#6 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Junior: I really like Salem High School in Canton Michigan! I enjoyed the large campus atmosphere and the diversity of all of its students. There were so many new people, interesting classes, and fun clubs. Although the walks on the path between classes is something we all love to complain about, I can attest that we all are secretly glad to have them, because they provide us with exercise, scenery, and socialization that reduce the monotony of the school day. I really appreciate Salem High School and everything it’s taught me.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
2,016 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Henry Ford Early College
Dearborn City School District, MI
9-12
56 reviews
#7 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Sophomore: Henry Ford Early College is the place to be! A competitive high school that pushes you to be the best everyday. Not only do you receive a free associates degree but also, you get to enjoy and learn from on the job experience in your perspective career. Henry Ford Early college creates a fun learning environment by using unconventional teaching styles that push you to become a better student, and member of society. As a student you receive real world life lessons in the classroom. By giving you an on campus experience you quickly learn more about yourself and your future. A school that offers a variety of diverse students and cultures promotes a healthy and toxic free environment. Students become family and teachers become friends and more like mentors. There is no where better to be than at Henry Ford Early College!
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A
Overall Niche Grade
250 Students
31:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Grosse Ile High School
Grosse Ile Township Schools, MI
9-12
109 reviews
#8 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: I believe my school has done a great job balancing academics, athletics and extracurricular activities. They provide students with many opportunities to participate in the things that they enjoy. Students are free to create clubs and groups that fit their interests if one doesn't already exist. These clubs are a great way to meet new people and learn in the process. The thing I appreciate most is the dedication from the teachers, they are there to help in any way they can. Whether it is helping a student who is struggling to read or advancing a kid who is excelling in math, each student is pushed to bring out their best self. Grosse Ile is such a small school that it has created a family-like atmosphere. The staff and students support each other, which is a comforting feeling when going to school each day.
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
588 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Stevenson High School
Livonia Public Schools School District, MI
9-12
429 reviews
#9 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Stevenson High School is great! With a diverse community of students and teachers, it offers a nice space to explore one's interests and strengths. There are many class options, including many advanced, accelerated, and AP classes. All of them have amazing, knowledgeable teachers, always willing to help students when the material is particularly difficult. There are also plenty of opportunities for students to get involved, including many organized clubs, theatre performances, and sport teams. The building itself is also really nice, and it is generally kept clean and in good shape. Overall, Stevenson High School is a good place to be in!
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
1,790 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Churchill High School
Livonia Public Schools School District, MI
9-12
429 reviews
#10 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Alum: I am part of the class of 2019 from Churchill High School in Livonia. I have to say that it was an amazing school to attend. There were many different options for clubs to join, including an acting club and a baking club. In addition, I felt that there were many different classes to choose from, both for core classes and for extra-curriculars. The career center is right across the street, which is where I took an Intro To Healthcare class and learned practical skills for my career. Churchill is a great school to attend!
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
1,396 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Woodhaven High School
Woodhaven-Brownstown School District, MI
10-12
325 reviews
#11 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Sophomore: Woodhaven High School is a superb school. The academics are challenging, yet it is very possible to do well. The teachers there are amazing, compassionate, and caring. They do so much for their students! The athletics and extracurricular activities at Woodhaven High School are plentiful. There is something for everyone there! Additionally, the sports teams are staggering. They take home several titles each year, and they continue to get better and better. Overall, the people at Woodhaven High School are extremely kind and caring, and it is an amazing learning environment!
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
1,228 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Allen Park High School
Allen Park Public Schools, MI
9-12
267 reviews
#12 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Alum: The one thing about Allen Park High School that will always stick with me is the amount of love and support given by the teachers. High School can be a scary, intimidating place, but I found that having the supportive teachers like those at Allen Park, it made school feel that much easier. The teachers were always there to help students whenever they needed, whether it be homework related or not. The teachers participated and supported all the students during spirit week, school dances, football games, and any other activities. It was so nice to be apart of the Jag jungle and I’d recommend any student to Allen Park.
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
1,137 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Canton Preparatory High School
Public School
Canton, MI
9-12
43 reviews
#13 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Freshman: My experience at Canton prep was enlightening. Canton prep helped me shine light on what career path I'm willing to take.Canton prep made my transition to high school uncomplicated. The staff treats us as family and makes school entertaining, educational and safe. The teachers make time to work one on one with students. They make after school activities and bring various of sports to our school. They make strict requirements to make us look professional and send us off to college ready. There strict requirements send us ready for the real world and some times we're beyond ready. Canton Prep is a positive and safe environment to be at. Our school is successful Academically, athletically, and ect. Canton prep could change some of how the school is scheduled. The school should be change in how it build. Some rooms like the locker rooms and hallways are too cramped together. The consequences are strict which trains and puts you in a good path.Canton prep is like family and i'm thankful.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
402 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Riverview Community High School
Riverview Community School District, MI
9-12
232 reviews
#14 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Alum: My experience at Riverview Community High School has been an amazing journey. I came from a very small Catholic school so I was very nervous to be in a school with almost 800 more students. Riverview has taught me to come out of my shell and show the world who I am. The teachers and staff are the most supporting individuals, as I trusted them with any of my problems; whether they be related to school or related to my outside world. I did struggle a bit in school but with the help of the teachers at Riverview, I graduated with honors. The academics are outstanding as I have looked at private schools and we were learning the same information. I am very proud to now be a Riverview Community High School alumni.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
929 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Dearborn High School
Dearborn City School District, MI
9-12
235 reviews
#15 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Teachers great. Students Eh. Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents. The staff and teachers are so supportive and after a few years it really starts to feel like home! We do not have a severe amount of bullying, not saying it does not happening but we do a good job at keeping at a minimal and are currently trying to eliminate it all together with various assemblies and helpful clubs and organizations that help us.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
2,115 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Trenton High School
Trenton Public Schools, MI
9-12
174 reviews
#16 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Junior: My overall experience with Trenton has been very good. No school is perfect, but Trenton is doing a very good job. The administration seems to care about and listen to students. However, just like all other schools, some teachers are better than others. Many teachers at Trenton are older and approaching retirement, and hence they do not work quite as hard as they used to. Similarly, the population of Trenton is largely senior citizens, so the population of the high school is gradually declining. Nevertheless, the school is fairing well. We achieve fairly high ratings in many of our sports, though we are particularly known for our Hockey and Figure Skating. Our graduates also have been known to attend colleges such as the University of Michigan and a few have even reached Ivy League schools (though not in recent years as far as I know). Trenton is a primarily Caucasian community, so neither the school or the community achieves high levels of diversity.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
918 Students
21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Cass Technical High School
Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
9-12
2,061 reviews
#17 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Freshman: As a freshman at Cass Technical High School, I love the diversity of the school and the opportunities they have to offer! I would recommend Cass for an incoming freshman and increase their chances of having better SAT/ACT scores and deciding on what college they want to attend after 12th grade. They also offer amazing clubs and activities to do after school! Being involved with extra curriculums is important and can increase being social when applying for jobs and scholarships. Although nothing is perfect, Cass is one of the best high schools in Michigan to offer to newcomers.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
2,393 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Crestwood High School
Crestwood School District, MI
PK, 9-12
407 reviews
#18 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Crestwood High School was a great community for me. It included lots of diversity which enabled me to connect with people from very different backgrounds. The teachers were also a great support group for their students, ensuring to aid them to the best of their ability. They are very patient and understanding, and on top of that are excellent at teaching their material. Crestwood also offered a generous amount of AP classes that I tried to take advantage of. They also regularly brought in speakers to share their life experiences, which I highly admired. I think Crestwood could improve by adding more clubs and activities for students, ranging from environmental clubs to cultural clubs. It would have been a great experience to be part of a group who all share the same culture as me. Despite this, Crestwood was still a great and enriching place to spend my high school years.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
1,404 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Franklin High School
Livonia Public Schools School District, MI
9-12
293 reviews
#19 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Alum: I transferred from Stevenson High School halfway through my freshmen year. Stevenson is considered the “better” Livonia school but I will always fight to show that Franklin is an amazing school. I enjoyed the teachers at Franklin much better than Stevenson. They are very caring on a personal level and stay connected with you through the four years. In addition, they are willing to work with students to help them graduate and understand difficult concepts. School itself can be hard on teenagers but I found that the Franklin staff did their best to create a safe environment for the students.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
1,456 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Oscar A. Carlson High School
Gibraltar School District, MI
9-12
231 reviews
#20 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Oscar A. Carlson High School is a great option to attend for High School. The staff are very personable and will take time to get to know the students. There are a lot of activities the high school puts together for the students and even during Covid-19 pandemic, the staff worked hard on a plan to keep students and the staff safe when returning to school face-to-face. The academics offered are comparable to other high schools in the area, but the selection of AP classes and opportunities for college credit courses are good. I enjoyed my four years at this high school and being involved in athletics. The football team is awesome and has great coaches! Go Marauders!!
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B
Overall Niche Grade
1,146 Students
24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Huron High School
Huron School District, MI
9-12
152 reviews
#21 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Overall, I believe my school is good. Mostly all the teachers are great and help inside and out of school. I believe that the cafeteria food could be a little better but academics are amazing. They offer plenty of extra classes outside of the main courses you have to take and you are able to freely express your hobbies through classes, sports, and clubs. There is not much diversity but the little diversity we do have is openly welcomed; there is not much bullying and everyone can express who they are freely. There is also a lot of help when it comes to applying for college and scholarships. There's classes to help prepare for the SAT and college readiness courses. These have helped me a lot through my journey. Our counselors also help in many different ways from classes at Huron to dual enrollment and even what colleges could be a possible fit for your personality and goals. The sports are pretty good but the main downfall is the athletic director.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
890 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Fordson High School
Dearborn City School District, MI
9-12
418 reviews
#22 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: To say I liked Fordson would be an understatement, I loved Fordson! Fordson taught me how to interact with all kinds of people, considering we were a school with such a diverse community. I loved how Fordson helped me overcome my shyness and helped me grow as a person. It taught me how much potential I had. Even though Fordson's environment was so united I just that in upcoming years they bring the different grade levels together more often.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
2,756 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Belleville High School
Van Buren Public Schools, MI
9-12
462 reviews
#23 Best Public High Schools in Wayne County
Senior: Belleville has good teachers, staff, and administrators. The school offers many extra-curricular activities and has great coaches for sports. I really like that BHS brings in different colleges so the seniors can apply on the spot, that was great! The only knock is I would like to see BHS offer a better variety of elective classes. Possibly classes on real life essentials, college planning, resume writing, college essay writing, college applications, etc. This would help to prepare us for our time outside of the high school walls. Overall my four years at BHS were memorable and fun.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
1,697 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Roosevelt High School
Wyandotte Public Schools, MI
9-12
237 reviews
Senior: I enjoy a variety of skill-building and character enhancing classes, teachers, clubs and opportunities. I have lots of great things to say about Roosevelt High School in Wyandotte, Michigan.
I like that they have many unique classes like Astronomy and Forensic Science. I feel confident being taught by highly educated professionals. I enjoy a clean environment. I participate in many social and academic clubs. I am happy to have earned an active seat on the National Honor Society. I like that they have an SAT class that runs the whole school year to prepare you for the SAT exams. They offer AP classes for college credit.
I am very impressed with the teachers' teaching style. They care about the students. I am fortunate to be on a college prepatory track and I feel confident that this school will allow me to be very well prepared for my future. The school is also physically big, with 3 floors and an annex to a 2nd building with 2 floors. So I get good exercise on a daily basis.
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
1,410 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Renaissance High School
Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
9-12
950 reviews
Senior: Throughout my experience with Renaissance High School, I have created many memories and many friends. Renaissance High school has become a great school for me that has vigorous classes that will prepare me for college and the outside world. The atmosphere is amazing, and the school spirit is astronomical. I wouldn’t trade the high school experience for the world, and I will truly miss it. One thing I would change about Renaissance High would be the disconnect between the teachers and the students. When it comes to school ideas, fundraisers, etc., the administration doesn’t listen to the students and ultimately does what they would like to do. Sometimes with this process creates animosity within our school. Other than those instances, I wouldn’t change much when it comes to Renaissance high school.
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B-
Overall Niche Grade
1,202 Students
24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Aim High School
Private School
Farmington Hills, MI
6-12
2 reviews
Works Here: Aim High is an amazing place to work! My fellow staff members have a passion for reaching, teaching, and impacting young people. Their enthusiasm and dedication to the school and to our students and families is beyond any I've seen at other schools where I've worked. I am honored and humbled to be a part of the Aim High community :-)
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84 Students
5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Ridge Park Charter Academy
Public School
Grand Rapids, MI
PK, K-8
2 reviews
Parent: Our school operates on an alternative (vs. traditional ) calendar. The summer break is shorter and that time is redistributed throughout the school year. We are home to students from many countries and love to celebrate our diversity. I wish our honors program and sped departments were more of a priority.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
562 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Regina High School
Private School
Warren, MI
9-12
198 reviews
Senior: As an incoming senior this year I can honestly say that my last three years have been great at Regina. The school environment is so fun and the teachers are great. They are so easy to work with and are always there for the students whether it be for school work or just personal problems. In regards to student life, everyone is great. Our student body is quite small which is actually pretty nice because it's not as overwhelming and everyone pretty much knows everyone, or at least recognizes them. We all work together and look out for one another. At Regina the school spirit is insane, we always have a great time at assemblies and everyone gets pumped for Powderpuff. I've been looking forward to Powderpuff since I was a freshman and it's so insane that I'll actually be playing this year not just in the stands cheering on the previous senior classes. Overall my past three years at Regina, other than having flown by, have been very memorable and one's that I won't forget.
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
283 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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