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  1. High Technology High School

    • Public School
    • Lincroft, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 86 reviews
    #1 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: Overall, my high school experience has been anything but ordinary. HTHS as a school demands hard work and dedication to your studies, and if you are not able to work at this high caliber and keep up with the rigorous coarse work, you can find yourself in a bit of trouble. All of the teachers are wonderful and supportive, and are really some of the best teachers I have every had. The students are competitive, but that is to be expected when you are thrown in a pool with so many intelligent and driven people. Although some students prefer to read their physics textbooks over having face-to-face human conversations, HTHS is charming in a nerdy way. Accommodations for health issues, however, are far and few in between which really puts a damper on all of the other positive attributes of the school. However, High Tech is still a great school full of opportunities for those willing to work hard and take on the challenge that is High Technology High School.
    Read 86 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 291 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Bergen County Academies

    • Public School
    • Hackensack, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 463 reviews
    #2 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: One's time spent at BCA will heavily be influenced by their academy. Even though each academy has different workloads, there are some academies with bigger workloads than others, meaning students in those academies have to sacrifice more of their time to get the same high grades as students of other academies. Some classes are geared to a specific academy, meaning students only of a certain academy are allowed to take them. However, there are many clubs, electives, societies, and sports students can take to enrich themselves in various ways. Also, the school is structured like college, having multiple free times throughout a day, allowing students to relax, have fun, take extra classes, or work on schoolwork throughout the day. BCA's student environment can get very competitive, but at end of the day all the students are respected by others. The students thrive with the help of teachers, administrators, and, of course, their peers.
    Read 463 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,069 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Middlesex County Academy for Science, Mathematics, & Engineering Technologies

    • Public School
    • Edison, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 39 reviews
    #3 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Sophomore: So far the professors are really friendly and helpful,the campus is really latge and offers a lot of activities.
    Read 39 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 160 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. The Academy for Mathematics, Science & Engineering

    • Public School
    • Rockaway, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 28 reviews
    #4 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Junior: It’s a great school for those wanting a STEM experience before reaching college, regardless of the fact that they may not want to pursue an engineering, or science field as their career. However, the classes are extremely rigorous, and if are not committed 101%, you should reconsider your choice to enroll. Regardless, the school is fruitful and wildly exciting because of all the like-minded students and faculty all ready to help!
    Read 28 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 101 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. The Lawrenceville School

    • Private School
    • Lawrenceville, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 114 reviews
    #5 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: The Lawrenceville School is a wonderful place. It pushes you out of your comfort zone in so many ways. Over the course of four, three, two, or one years, you will learn a lot more about who you are as a person. I had a lot of trouble adjusting my freshmen year, but as a senior, I can look back and see how much I've grown each year! I am grateful for this place.
    Read 114 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 822 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Biotechnology High School

    • Public School
    • Freehold, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 104 reviews
    #6 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Junior: I have highs and lows when it comes to Biotechnology HS. Although it is a STEM school, the administrators try to foster a school culture that allows students to express their abilities and talents. However, this fails in the eyes of other high schools that actually put time, attention, and effort in letting extracurriculars flourish. Additionally, Biotech states that the workload is manageable, however, it honestly isn't. While teachers are amazingly qualified and caring, many don't recognize the sheer amount of work they place on students. Students have volunteering, sports, extracurriculars, jobs, family and social lives to attend to, and many have to sacrifice to do school assignments. It's even worse for upperclassmen who have extra IB required assessments to attend to. After a while, the lackluster of Biotech fades and students realize that while they are in an academic-heavy environment, they are essentially in a sheltered community that isn't very reminiscent of reality.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 330 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Union County Magnet High School

    • Public School
    • Scotch Plains, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 125 reviews
    #7 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Junior: Union County Magnet High School is an excellent school! The student community feels like family and the teachers are available to their students often. It’s a very safe environment both physically and emotionally. There are no sports through Magnet, but students can participate in the programs of their “sending districts”, which is nice. It would be great if they fixed the sinks in the bathrooms, but other than that there isn’t much to complain about.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 298 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. The Pingry School

    • Private School
    • Basking Ridge, NJ
    • K-12
    • 84 reviews
    #8 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: The Pingry School is an amazing school for all types of people. You can truly be yourself and find your people there. It is a nurturing community with great teachers that are more like life advisors than strict administrators. The class schedule is manageable and sets you up for success in college. It is all about getting you ready for college in a nurturing supportive community. The athletics are ok, the facilities are great. Only downside to Pingry is no A/C, but the heating system works. Overall, I would tell others that Pingry is not for everyone, but it is for most kids.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,125 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Peddie School

    • Private School
    • Hightstown, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 118 reviews
    #9 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Parent: My son is now a senior at Peddie and it has been an amazing three years, thus far! Peddie is constantly striving to be the best in what they can offer the students. In our three years we have not only seen improvements in physical structures, but planning aimed at improving the overall community as well by means of outdoor and indoor spaces (new dorms and grounds, maker labs, social spaces, classrooms), coursework diversity and schedule finesses. Teachers typically go the extra mile to help bring out the best in your child. I am amazed at the young man my child has become and I know he will be successful in college and in life, with thanks to the great friends and mentors he has connected with at Peddie.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 550 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Delbarton School

    • Private School
    • Morristown, NJ
    • 7-12
    • 109 reviews
    #10 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Parent: As a parent, I would implore any parent who has a son to visit Delbarton for a couple of hours one day. Walk the grounds. Speak with the teachers. More importantly, speak with the boys that currently attend the school. The curtain will be pulled back and you will be able to experience the benfits of the Delbarton community. The brilliance and respect of the young men at the school is incredibly impressive. The campus is stunning and you can hear and see the dedication to the students by the teachers first hand. Wonderful institution for any young man to earn a stellar education, lifelong friends and a bright future!
    Read 109 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 609 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Newark Academy

    • Private School
    • Livingston, NJ
    • 6-12
    • 88 reviews
    #11 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Parent: Amazing faculty! My children were known by faculty, taken care of and supported. Both children are gaining valuable skills. They are also having amazing travel experiences with the school including a trip to Costa Rica. I love all the choices for clubs and arts. The sport requirement in middle school insures my children are getting physical activity but also serving to expose them to new things. I love Newark Academy and so appreciate the education my children are receiving both in and out of the classroom.
    Read 88 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 615 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South

    • West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 274 reviews
    #12 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: It's a very large, liberal school with high diversity in students. The students have a lot of freedom to express their ideas and creativity and the athletics are taken very seriously. There are many clubs and sports and activties that give students the chance to explore their interests and strengths. The teachers are very understanding and mental health is taken seriously because the school has an insanely stressful and competitive environment. A major red flag is that the school is old and dirty and the students always complain about the school's poor facilities, but admin doesn't do anything to change it.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,597 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Academy for Information Technology

    • Public School
    • Scotch Plains, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 111 reviews
    #13 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Parent: As a County magnet school, AIT attracts students who are eager to learn about computer science and business. The campus structure and expectations make this high school more like a college setting. As a parent I am proud that my children enjoy learning, and happy that they have found a public high school that will make them rise to meet challenges. The academic program is not easy. There is a lot of work involved in meeting the challenge of this program, but it is worth the effort!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 287 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North

    • West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 231 reviews
    #14 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: Over my four years of studying here, I can tell that WWP North is always updating their facilities, trying to bring comfort to the students and staff. The school really stresses on the importance of academics, the students are very academically competitive. To counter the high expectations that come from academically competitive schools, such as APs and honors are what students should be taking, is that the school got rid of finals and midterms as to not put pressure on the students. Still, sports are quite unpopular in the school and students are stressed. Overall, where WWP North excels in academics, they suffer in sports and student life.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,340 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. OCVTS - Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science (MATES)

    • Public School
    • Manahawkin, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 134 reviews
    #15 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: An amazing school with endless resources available for students looking to pursue any STEM-related field, not just environmental science. We have tons of students interested in everything from computer science to aerospace engineering to chemistry to physics!

    Research program is great and there's many opportunities to realize your full potential in any activity you choose to pursue.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 280 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Academy for Allied Health Science

    • Public School
    • Scotch Plains, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 108 reviews
    #16 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: Allied Health is a great place to go to high school. The classes are small, and you get the best academic rigor you can get. I learned many useful skills in medicine and health, and my study skills and leadership have strengthened tremendously. Most of the specialized allied health classes are in dual enrollment with Rutgers university, so students are able to earn credits each year after they pass the test. The teachers and counselors give excellent support in learning, test prep, and applying to college. However, the curriculum can be a little constricting; I only had one elective junior year and three for senior year. I also wish there were more classes in the arts, which there are very few. Also, there are no sports teams, so students play for their town's high school. Overall, I had an amazing experience at Allied, and I would recomend middle schoolers to start looking into UCVTS if they are interested in a unique, challening high school experience.
    Read 108 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 291 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Marine Academy of Science & Technology

    • Public School
    • Highlands, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 120 reviews
    #17 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: I am a Senior at the Marine Academy of Science and Technology and have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a student. The teachers are very knowledgable and the curriculum is taught at a high level. That being said, the workload is somewhat overbearing and limits involvement in non-academic activities. The location on Sandy Hook is unbeatable and is utilized as a way to foster the learning environment. There are no sports at MAST and the school has little to no diversity. Ultimately, this school does a very good job preparing a student for college, however they are given a stressful and unconventional High school experience. It is imperative to not only have natural intelligence but to have good organization, time management, and drive to be successful at MAST. Ultimately, the rigorous environment pays off during the college application process and in building overall productive members of society
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 290 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro

    • Public School
    • Teterboro, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 214 reviews
    #18 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: By being in an environment in which likeminded students were put together, my time at Bergen Tech was made better with the easy access to friends. The people at this school were often very kind and approachable, making the overall experience much more enjoyable. The teachers were available for help whenever necessary, and were also very kind. I had poor experiences with very few teachers, which in a way weakened my liking of the school as a whole. However, the school was a very welcoming place and I had a very pleasant high school experience.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 677 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Princeton International School of Math and Science

    • Private School
    • Princeton, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 5 reviews
    #19 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: The most fantastic thing are the labs. We have 14 3D printers. 1 SLA printer - 50 micron precision! We're receiving the Fuse 1 next year, it's the most advanced 3D printer you can buy for your home. PCB mills, CNC routers, laser cutters, all hand tools you might imagine... and that's just the engineering lab. it gets even better for bio, chem, and physics labs! strong curriculum (differential equations, artificial intelligence, quantum mechanics, etc), AMAZING teachers, legit research class, and awesome labs. I love this place.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 97 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Tenafly High School

    • Tenafly Public School District, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 109 reviews
    #20 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: While the academics and faculty are usualy very helpful and good for my classes. I would like to see less e days in the rotating block schedule, because it makes it easier for a student to manage their homework when they have more regular days that aren't packed with classes. Another thing is that with the new block schedule it is harder to find classes at the beginning of the year, so the school should set the student potal up with a schedule for each letter day so the student can find their class more easily. Although I like how the school also offers chromebooks many students damage them because they aren't being monitored. A chromebook that is missing keys will make it increasingly hard to write with and will slow down the students ability to type. I recommend that the school assign numbered chromebook so that we can find out the students that are doing this and discourage them from doing so.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,160 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Dwight-Englewood School

    • Private School
    • Englewood, NJ
    • PK, K-12
    • 51 reviews
    #21 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Senior: I think I’m one of those kids who adapt to their environment easily. However that doesn’t necessarily describe the culture of your environment, just that I’m adaptable. My school is economically, socially and racially diverse. I always thought my neighborhood, mostly Latinos and Portuguese, and myself a Korean/Colombian was as diverse as they come. No! Having different culture/nationalities in your neighborhood doesn’t qualify as being diverse. Diversity is a community of different backgrounds in a where we learn, share and understand different ideas. This is the Dwight Englewood culture.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 947 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Academy of Allied Health & Science

    • Public School
    • Neptune, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 92 reviews
    #22 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Junior: If you get in, you probably feel accomplished and excited. Just know that everyone who goes to Allied is just as smart and at least as motivated as you are. In fact, a lot of students have their lives and careers planned out in detail. Nobody gets by on their intelligence. You have to work hard every day. You won’t have the same high school experience as your friends outside of Allied. But, you will be prepared for college. And, if you have a sense of humor, you will find plenty of things to laugh at... for instance, gym!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 300 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Princeton High School

    • Princeton Public Schools, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 295 reviews
    #23 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Alum: As an alumni of the high school, I loved my experience here. The classes that I took and the clubs and extracurricular activities that I was in were all very enjoyable. Some of my favorite teachers came from PHS!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,581 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Montclair Kimberley Academy

    • Private School
    • Montclair, NJ
    • PK, K-12
    • 102 reviews
    #24 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Parent: I can’t rave enough about the MKA primary school. My daughter was a new student in the first grade and struggled academically in the beginning of the this school year. By the end of this school year, she has improved tremendously in her reading, writing and math skills. More importantly, my daughter’s mindset has improved too. She now believes that she is competent and does not become easily discouraged. I think MKA has a good balance between nurturing and providing the students with challenging curriculum. The faculty really got to know my child very well and paid close attention on how to help her. I really appreciate the faculty’s candid and thorough evaluation of my daughter and recommendations for improvement. Please contact the school for any questions about the curriculum. The faculty and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. MKA is a very special place and I am so happy that my husband and I chose to send our daughter to school there.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,034 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Kent Place School

    • Private School
    • Summit, NJ
    • PK, K-12
    • 44 reviews
    #25 Best High Schools for STEM in New Jersey

    Middle School Student: I absolutely love Kent Place. I came here in 6th grade (I'm now in 8th) and it was the best decision I had ever made. KPS supports girls no matter who they are. They are very open and welcoming to people no matter who they are. Also, their middle school soccer team rocks. We just wrapped up our third consecutive undefeated season!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 657 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Union Catholic High School

    • Private School
    • Scotch Plains, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 155 reviews

    Senior: Union Catholic High School is excellent, I 've matured becoming independent, having increased self-esteem, self- confidence, believing in myself and becoming a leader. I'm no longer afraid to ask questions. I believe in myself. I believe I can do or accomplish anything in life I set my mind too. I just have to sit down think it through. Focus on the problem find a solution, work hard for positive results, My school has taught me not only to respect myself but to respest others. To have honor, to be truthful and trustworthy. Once caught in a lie you lose the honoor and the trust of others.
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    • A
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    • 780 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Moorestown Friends School

    • Private School
    • Moorestown, NJ
    • PK, K-12
    • 71 reviews

    Junior: This school is always introducing something new to me every day. There are many opportunities that are offered, from a trip to Belize to playing handbells in a concert. The college admission process is a bit slow for me because it seemed to focus solely on the last two years of high school. If you are okay figuring that out by yourself to school is great. The environment is nice and there is lots of freedom in where to hangout, especially with senior privileges to go on Main Street during free periods. The teachers are prepared for class and there is a mix of personalities.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 727 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Saint Peter's Prep

    • Private School
    • Jersey City, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 161 reviews

    Senior: The school provides a welcoming embrace for all students with multitudinous opportunities to discover unique and special talents. The wide range of student backgrounds and hometowns creates distinct connections that can transcend the normal high school friendship. The freedom and responsibility required to attend Prep are daunting at first, but young boys quickly transform into complex, caring and compassionate men by the time they leave the doors at Grand and Warren in Jersey City.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 894 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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