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2019 Best Public High Schools in Worcester CountyAbout this List

The 2019 Best Public High Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality, and high school ratings. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science

    • Public School
    • Worcester, MA
    • 11-12
    • 56
    1 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Alum: Phenomenal teachers (with 1 exception) and a very homey and personalized experience. Classes are small, the teachers are knowledgeable and flexible, and the students are mostly interesting and motivated. The activities are well run. I gained a lot from this school and owe them a ton (particularly Mr. Regele).
    Read 56 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 98 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Westborough High School

    • Westborough Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 179
    2 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Sophomore: Westborough High School is an overall wonderful school with tons of diversity and opportunities for all. The education at Westborough High school is phenomenal and unlike any other high school in the area. Teachers work with the students to make sure they are doing well and are always after school for any necessary assistance. They challenge students to do their best work and to really work their brains. The sports programs are top notch with some of the best coaches around. For instance, Roger Anderson, head volleyball coach, lead the spectacular 2017-2018 varsity team to the state champions in which they earned their spot as #1 in the state. The student athletes at this school are incredibly talented and determined, all while maintaining their grades and working hard at their school work. Westborough High welcomes any and everyone with open arms, making Westborough really feel like home.
    Read 179 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,032 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. The Bromfield School

    • Harvard Public Schools, MA
    • 6-12
    • 59
    3 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: Bromfield is an excellent school academically and prepares students very well for college. Bromfield offers several AP classes to students in grades 9-12. The class sizes are relatively small, with ten to twenty-six students in each academic class. There are a lot of amazing teachers who take an interest in their students. The course load for honors and AP classes is typically a lot, and for CP classes, the load is much easier.
    Read 59 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 706 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Noble and Greenough School

    • Private School
    • Dedham, MA
    • 7-12
    • 28

    Alum: Nobles is a special place rich with tradition, oozing with school pride, and steadfast in strong community principles. I feel so fortunate to have spent my high school life in such a place where I was accepted, encouraged and challenged all in perfect harmony. The teachers are happy to be there too--they are also encouraged to challenge themselves and develop as educators and that is clear in the way they immerse themselves in their curriculum and their afternoon program duties. I love nobles more than words can share--could not recommend it more!
    Read 28 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 614 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Algonquin Regional High School

    • Public School
    • Northborough, MA
    • 9-12
    • 191
    4 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: Algonquin Regional is unique. It is supportive, academically challenging and rich in traditions. Our division 1 sports teams all support each other and are very successful, the success comes from hard work and determination. Algonquin offers a variety of clubs and organizations. Our music and arts departments are top notch and have won many awards. When entering the grounds at Algonquin Regional you can;t help but see the beauty of the well maintained sports fields that spread for many acres. You will often see many community members taking advantage of the various fields around the school.
    Read 191 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,451 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Shrewsbury Senior High School

    • Shrewsbury Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 336
    5 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Alum: I had an amazing time at Shrewsbury High! The staff, programs, classes, college preparation courses, and security definitely met my standards of what I expected to achieve in high school. It is very beautiful, very clean. The school also had a courtyard for senior students to sit outside, eat lunch and socialize, or simply do coursework. Most important, each student is assigned an advisor when a freshman. The benefit is how they help you cruise through the college-planning process so they ensure you become successful by getting into the college that you want and what you should do to achieve that goal. There are more benefits, but I can't name them all. For any upcoming freshman, I would recommend enrolling to Shrewsbury High!
    Read 336 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,668 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  7. Nashoba Regional High School

    • Nashoba Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 132
    6 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: The classes and schoolwork do well to prepare you for college. Students here typically score well on standardized tests. The sports teams in general do pretty well. Teachers can be a little unrealistic in their expectations sometimes, and the administration thinks they're all that. There are pretty much never any fights here, and is pretty safe. The building itself is pretty old, and is a bit too small for the amount of students who go here. There is a a portable classroom outside because there isn't enough classrooms. One huge upside though, is the turf field, which is relatively new and is hugely beneficial to various sports teams.
    Read 132 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,052 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Nipmuc Regional High School

    • Mendon-Upton Regional School District, MA
    • 9-12
    • 74
    7 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Sophomore: Nipmuc is a school that is constantly seeking feedback from its students, teachers and parents about what it can do it improve the education and quality of learning at the school. The teachers and students alike really engage and are active participants of the community. The students sre encouraged to explore different classes, clubs and activities and school pride is not difficult to spot around the school. The teachers are amazing and really do care about the students and the environment they work in and the students are always engaged in some sort of club- whether it be sports, drama, Model UN, DECA, debate, etc. Students show support to their peers and it the light competitiveness is enough to motivate people, but not too much so that it becomes very stressful.
    Read 74 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 610 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School

    • Public School
    • Upton, MA
    • 9-12
    • 299
    8 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Junior: Everyone is so welcoming and polite there! Being a school where you have to apply to get in, keep up good grades and dedicate yourself to learning, you can tell both teachers and student are passionate and excited to be there everyday. Teachers stay late hours everyday and some even come in on Saturdays. They make it an enjoyable environment full of endless opportunities and experiences.
    Read 299 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,199 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Wachusett Regional High School

    • Wachusett Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 287
    9 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: At Wachusett Regional High School I have been provided with many resources to succeed. Wachusett is a fairly large high school with over 2,000 students enrolled, but it is always clean and the facilities are modern and easy to use. My classes have been fairly small, with less than 30 students per class, providing me with the opportunity to get to know my teachers well. There are many different classes and extracurriculars offered, letting me easily find my place and figure out where my true passions lie. I could always create a schedule filled with classes that I was comfortable in, and I got the chance to challenge myself with four AP classes, well preparing me for college. Additionally, the guidance office was helpful to me throughout my four years. The secretaries and counselors are always welcoming and accommodating. However, my only major issue with the school is the diversity. Many students fit a white, middle-class profile, which I would like to see this change in the future.
    Read 287 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,156 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Auburn Senior High School

    • Auburn Public Schools, MA
    • PK, 9-12
    • 70
    10 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: I love everything about Auburn Senior High School! The classes are excellent. All of the faculty members from the teachers to the janitors are really nice! I would not change anything about Auburn Senior High School. It is an awesome school.
    Read 70 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 766 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Oakmont Regional High School

    • Ashburnham-Westminster Regional School District, MA
    • 9-12
    • 111
    11 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: As a student, and as a person, I have grown drastically during these last four years at Oakmont. Here, I have had the pleasure of getting to know great teachers who are passionate about their line of work, I have participated in many school events, clubs, and sports, and I have made great friends out of the students and faculty.
    Our academics are taught by teachers who want to see their students succeed. Even though the curriculum is challenging at times, I always feel comfortable enough in the classroom to ask any questions and get the answers I need. In the sports and clubs that I participate in, the group of people I am around is accepting and, because of the simultaneous desire to succeed, we always find ourselves problem solving and working together.
    Overall, my experience at Oakmont improved upon my character, my social skills, and my intelligence level.
    Read 111 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 701 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Lunenburg High School

    • Lunenburg Public Schools, MA
    • 8-12
    • 72
    12 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Sophomore: Lunenburg High is a public school that gives a private school environment. Since the grades are smaller than the average public school (about 125 kids per grade) the teachers are able to have a better relationship with the students, which I love. The school has great traditions like building floats for homecoming, and it is very easy to join clubs to make connections with students from all grades.
    Read 72 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 544 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Sutton High School

    • Sutton Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 32
    13 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: I absolutely love my small-town school. The teaching staff is spectacular and the class sizes of around 20 or less make it very easy to connect with the teachers. Since my grade consists of only 112 people, everyone knows everyone which is a wonderful environment to be a part of.
    Read 32 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 440 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  20. Grafton High School

    • Grafton Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 71
    14 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    High School Senior: GHS has made high school a breeze. There are so many things that made my high school years here amazing. When the school was built in 2012, I had the privilege of being the first class to attend all four years here. Every student received an iPad, which I really appreciated and felt grateful for because my family didn't have our own computer at the time and we had to borrow one from a friend. In addition, the music program here is amazing really allowed me to take classes in every area of music. This school is unique because of how welcoming and accepting of new people it is. I can recall multiple times of new students coming to the school in the middle of the year. At other schools, this may have been a difficult transition but because of the students here, we always make an effort to welcome people and become friends. Ultimately, GHS is an amazing school and I feel truly lucky to have spent the last four years here!
    Read 71 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 831 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  21. Worcester Technical High School

    • Worcester Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 176
    15 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: Worcester Technical High School is known as the school that works, which is indeed true. The teachers and faculties there are very caring and supportive to all students who attend there and really take in the time and effort to help you out with whatever you desire. The trades that they have available for incoming and attending students, is a very good way to get us ready for the real world and furthermore gets us ready for our career. It gives us the experience we need for the career we yearn for in life which is very helpful for all students. There’s numerous amount of activities, clubs, and sports that students can get involved in and it’s overall a really great school to intend to that is filled with different types of students who all have unique different talents that can be used in this school.
    Read 176 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,358 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Tahanto Regional High School

    • Public School
    • Boylston, MA
    • 6-12
    • 72
    16 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Parent: Great school! Academics are great! Difficult work so they are fully prepared for college. There have been a few bad teachers, one science teacher my son had messed up his gpa. He would do extra credit & his grade would go down! LOL! Terrible, but she is gone. Most teachers spend the extra time with kids and are excellent! Staff is excellent! Truly care for kids! Sports teams excel, there ARE cuts, so don't know why people are saying there aren't. I get sad when kids are cut, but mostly that happens in middle school to weed out the kids who aren't really athletic. Very happy with this school. There could be more extra curriculars though. No bullying, kids are hard workers & generally excel.
    Read 72 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 561 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. South High Community School

    • Worcester Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 151
    17 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Freshman: I've only been at South for one year, but I've grown to adore the sense of pride and comraderie that the school has. While we're all different, whether it be in terms of culture, interests, or backgrounds, we're all united under the proud fact that we go to South High. Of course, every school has its downsides; being in a place like Worcester, we don't exactly have all sorts of new resources like textbooks or other supplies. However, we make do with what we have, and we certainly do a good job at it! We have the most AP's out of any Worcester school, and every year we send numerous students to top colleges- some even Ivy League schools! So, yes, we may not be perfect, but we do our best to excell and continue succeeding the best way we can!!
    Read 151 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,342 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Hopedale Junior/Senior High School

    • Hopedale Public Schools, MA
    • 7-12
    • 51
    18 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: My experience at Hopedale Junior/Senior High School varies from other local High Schools due to the fact that there are only about 580 students, while Milford has 1,300. At Hopedale, everyone knows everyone and we have intense school spirit because of this. Personally I think Clubs and sports are Hopdales' strong suit. I've been in volleyball, drama club, and A cappella for years now and that was the best part of this school. I think Hopedale is a great school for parents to have their children attend, and enjoy a close-knit community feel.
    Read 51 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 517 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. University Park Campus School

    • Worcester Public Schools, MA
    • 7-12
    • 21
    19 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Alum: The school building itself is very humble in both size and curb appeal. However, the class sizes are small, fostering a tight-knit community approach to all problems, social and academic. Teachers are very well-versed in their subject matter, and they have a genuine love for teaching that engages their students.
    Read 21 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 250 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School

    • Public School
    • Worcester, MA
    • K-12
    • 107
    20 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Junior: Abby Kelley is a very diverse school with cultures ranging from African such as Ghana and Asia such as China. Since the school is very small, we, the students, are closer than the other Worcester Public Schools. We form bonds that may last for as long as we live and I believe that Abby Kelley is a great choice of education. Students receive enough attention needed because of the student to teacher ratio and we all have a chance to shine either in sports, clubs and in extracurricular activities.
    Read 107 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,426 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Northbridge High School

    • Northbridge Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 100
    21 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: The activities and academics are focal points at Northbridge high school. I am personally involved with all aspects including sports, clubs, class office, the arts and our unique career academies. Facilities and resources could improve.
    Read 100 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 605 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  30. Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School

    • Public School
    • Fitchburg, MA
    • 9-12
    • 182
    22 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Alum: I honestly loved my time at Monty Tech, being able to pair my academics with my shop! Having the dual dynamic in the school offers many opportunities to create friendships, while also building a future in my desired field. It gave me such a leap into the professional world. Employers are looking for me specifically because my career background stands out.
    Read 182 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,436 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  32. West Boylston Junior/Senior High School

    • West Boylston Public Schools, MA
    • 6-12
    • 62
    23 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: My time at West Boylston junior/senior high school has taught me so much and was an experience I wouldn't ever even think of changing. It is not like any other high school I've ever heard about. My graduating class has less than 60 students and this allows for smaller classes and more one-on-one time with teachers. Also, being involved in such a small community allows for so many opportunities. Although we are such a small school and community, we still offer diverse classes and have over 20 clubs and activities. The teachers at West Boylston junior/senior high school have encouraged me to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher.
    Read 62 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 493 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  33. Milford High School

    • Milford Public Schools, MA
    • 8-12
    • 103
    24 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Alum: I thoroughly loved my experience at Milford High. I had a great ride along the way and made lots of friendships with classmates and teachers alike. My biggest issue here is that the guidance counselors did NOT help me prepare for college at all. I was pretty much left to figure it out myself. I would even visit my guidance counselor to try and figure out what I needed to do next and was told to figure it out myself, or given a very broad set of directions left to interpretation; which is not what I needed when applying! I needed someone to kind of hold my hand and walk me through it. Overall though, the school itself is absolutely amazing and had absolutely prepared me for college academically. I would recommend making friends with the teachers, as they are you #1 cheerleaders and are rooting for you more then you realize.
    Read 103 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,077 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  34. Leominster High School

    • Leominster Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 122
    25 Best Public High Schools in Worcester County

    Senior: Leominster High School is an amazing school to attend to start and continue your education safety is there #1 . After 4 years of attending, you develop a relationship with many of the teachers and administration they're always there to help you from regular conversations to getting ready for college. The sports are fun to watch very entertaining and competitive. Clubs & Activities are a great way to make new friends and be apart of something different and unique it could vary from chess club, to recycling club and many others to explore. The Guidance Counselor are always there if you need some guidance you will never feel alone. Overall the academics can also vary from regular class to Honors or AP's.
    Read 122 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,771 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Whittle School & Studios

    • Opening September 2019, Private School
    • Washington, DC
    • PK, K-12
    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • — Students
    • — Student-Teacher Ratio
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    BASIS Independent McLean

    • Private School
    • McLean, VA
    • PK, K-12
    • 9

    Parent: Our son is currently in the 2nd grade. He has been at the school for two years, and it has been a wonderful experience. The enthusiasm of the teachers, who are truly experts in the subjects they teach, is infectious. They consistently set high standards for all students at every stage of their academic career. This is a school that prioritizes academics and the students themselves; it is targeted to students with intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. We are very happy here!
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    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 375 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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