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2020 Best School Districts for Athletes in AmericaAbout this List

Explore school districts with the best sports programs in your area. Ranking based on student and parent reviews of athletics, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school. Compare the best school districts for sports in your state. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Glastonbury School District

    • School District
    • Glastonbury, CT
    • 29 reviews
    #1 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Junior: I have had a great experience at Glastonbury High School. I moved to Glastonburymy freshman year, and it was not a hard transition at all. The teachers and students are all so welcoming, and the enviroment at the school is exactly what I was looking for in a high school. The school has so many opportunities in sports, and has so many clubs and organizations that help you get involved with your community. It provides you with numerous resources, and helps one to follow their passions and dreams. I am so glad I came to GHS, and am so thankful for the experience I’ve had at the school.
    Read 29 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 13 Total Schools
    • 5,973 Students
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  2. Bedford School District

    • School District
    • Bedford, NH
    • 27 reviews
    #2 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Junior: Bedford High School is a lot of work but overall a good school. Don’t do IB Diploma it’s a waste of time and very few colleges recognize it. Also make good relationships with your teachers if you need help it’s worth it. There are a few that seem like they don’t care but it’s really only in the science department. Keeping working at it and go to extra help when you’re struggling and you’ll be fine!
    Read 27 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 6 Total Schools
    • 4,513 Students
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  3. North Allegheny School District

    • School District
    • Pittsburgh, PA
    • 103 reviews
    #3 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: Excellent academics and offerings for students. College preparation is taken seriously. Extra-curricular offerings are taken as seriously as academic programs. Athletics, arts, and academic clubs are some of the best in the country as evidenced by awards and achievements collected by the school. I would say that I recommend that all buildings attain metal detectors, as this would ensure that students are safe. Socio-economic diversity is not found in the district, most students that attend are middle or upper-middle socio-economic status. The district is reputable in the county, state, and nation. Students and parents can feel proud to have attended district.
    Read 103 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 11 Total Schools
    • 8,300 Students
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  4. Carmel Clay Schools

    • School District
    • Carmel, IN
    • 62 reviews
    #4 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Junior: Carmel Clay Schools has been reputed as one of the best public school districts in the state of Indiana. For the most part, it does rightfully deserve this recognition; the sports and academic programs are some of the best. As a high-achieving student, there are numerous AP classes in order for me to learn at a higher level, alongside numerous dual credit opportunities. As for sports, the rankings speak for themselves. There is sizable population of Asian-Americans, African-Americans, and Hispanic people, which allows for a mix of cultures and beliefs culminating under a singular roof. In addition, there are more extracurricular options than one could imagine. Yet, I feel as though the school could improve the quality of teachers, specifically in the Science department. While they are qualified to teach, many teachers are unwilling to work with students who are unable to understand, and they continuously shrug off concerns of students.
    Read 62 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 15 Total Schools
    • 16,034 Students
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  5. East Grand Rapids Public Schools

    • School District
    • Grand Rapids, MI
    • 22 reviews
    #5 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: East Grand Rapids High School not only provides the resources and staff necessary for college readiness, but also cultivates a student environment filled with positivity, acceptance, and encouragement. The biggest advantage of attending East Grand Rapids High School is the community which supports healthy competition, respect, and reaching above and beyond. The student body and staff are both kind as well as supportive in helping each other achieve their highest potential.
    Read 22 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 5 Total Schools
    • 2,939 Students
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  6. Buford City Schools

    • School District
    • Buford, GA
    • 35 reviews
    #6 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: I have been a student at Buford city schools since my 6th grade year. Over the course of 5 years, I’ve realized how blessed I am to have such a supportive school system. Buford city provides great facilities, technology, teachers, and athletics. A new basketball arena was built less than 3 years ago and already a brand new high school is being built. The Buford city school council provides the students with excellent resources so they have the best chance to get a top notch education. I am so thankful to be a student in the Buford city school system.
    Read 35 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 4 Total Schools
    • 4,597 Students
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  9. Kimberly Area School District

    • School District
    • Combined Locks, WI
    • 34 reviews
    #7 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Junior: I do enjoy the athletics at our school, I feel as if the teachers and faculty are quite awesome too. Although we are not the most diverse school, I feel as if everyone is accepted in their own special way at Kimberly. We have great resources, college opportunity, and facilities within our school. Overall, it's quite great!
    Read 34 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 9 Total Schools
    • 5,168 Students
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  10. Carroll Independent School District

    • School District
    • Southlake, TX
    • 46 reviews
    #8 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: Very challenging yet motivating enviroment. The courses are difficult if you take advanced, however if you aren't taking many advanced classes the stigma is that you either aren't intelligent or that you lack motivation to do well. Most students are also involved in some extracurricular activity. The extracurriculars at Carroll are are very successful in their own respect.
    Read 46 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 11 Total Schools
    • 8,208 Students
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  11. Victor Central School District

    • School District
    • Victor, NY
    • 30 reviews
    #9 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Alum: I love Victor Central School. Victor is large but friendly. Diverse but close knit. The opportunities for High School Education are vast. The opportunities for clubs, sports and the arts are endless. There was almost not enough time to take advantage of it all!
    Read 30 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 5 Total Schools
    • 4,395 Students
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  12. Lincoln-Way Community High School District No. 210

    • School District
    • New Lenox, IL
    • 92 reviews
    #10 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Sophomore: Here, Opportunities are given to each student. We learn in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. I believe my school is an excellent example of a well organized learning place. Everything here is clean, up to date, & properly inspected. If a student appears to be struggling academically, every effort is made to help the student succeed. There are many activities to get involved in, most of which are fit for each students specific likings. One thing I would change is the lack of diversity. There are barely any students of color, nor do they get represented during black history month. I find that teachers give kids of color harsher punishment purely because they are considered a minority. If more represtation was provided, along with an immense amount of exposure to other cultures, students would be more willing to commemorate and work together. Discrimination would be lower while creating a better inclusive environment.
    Read 92 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 3 Total Schools
    • 7,087 Students
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  13. DeSoto Independent School District

    • School District
    • Desoto, TX
    • 100 reviews
    #11 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Freshman: Hello, I am Zion Dukes and I attend Desoto High School. Desoto High School is very diverse and safe. Desoto takes pride in their school and cares for everyone’s education. They make sure everyone is involved and very active. Desoto has a very good athletic program and cares about their kids future. Desoto has offered an Early College program that gives the youth a chance to obtain their associates degree when they graduate high school. Desoto can change their quality in culinary and their administration’s leadership.
    Read 100 Reviews

    • C-
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    • A+
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    • 14 Total Schools
    • 9,747 Students
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  14. West Essex Regional School District

    • School District
    • North Caldwell, NJ
    • 22 reviews
    #12 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Alum: Loved my high school! I felt very prepared when I started college. The teachers and staff were always so kind and helpful, especially the guidance department. My guidance counselor went out of her way to accommodate my academic needs throughout my four years there. A huge part of West Essex was the clubs and of course sports; which is always essential to a college application. I am thankful to have gotten a high school education at West Essex.
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 2 Total Schools
    • 1,651 Students
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  15. Saline Area Schools

    • School District
    • Saline, MI
    • 18 reviews
    #13 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Middle School Student: I love the overall academics and athletics of the school, they are a competitive team to beat and are still intelligent enough to help a man up. I loved my experience there and I hope any new coming student will too. Go hornets!
    Read 18 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 7 Total Schools
    • 5,235 Students
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  16. Jenks Public Schools

    • School District
    • Jenks, OK
    • 30 reviews
    #14 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Sophomore: Ever since I moved to the Oklahoma, I attended Jenks up until now. Jenks feels like a home for me. I really love Jenks especially because of the teachers. They were literally the BEST. Jenks has many club and activities offered for their students. There are so so many choices to choose from. They also have many high class offered for their students. Jenks has many AP classes that prepares you for college and the food is getting better too. However, I do think there needs to be a change in the segregation between the students. The student body is made up of mainly white. Nowadays, many minorities have moved to the school. I feel like they are a part of the student body but not a part of the student body at the same time. And if you look closely at the classrooms, whites are with whites and minorities are with minorities. I think whoever puts the students in a class should probably think about equally setting the class out.
    Read 30 Reviews

    • A
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    • A+
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    • 7 Total Schools
    • 11,965 Students
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  17. Darien School District

    • School District
    • Darien, CT
    • 13 reviews
    #15 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Sophomore: Awesome teachers, very challenging. Will prepare all students very well for college. Had an awesome experience, highly recommend!
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    • 7 Total Schools
    • 4,801 Students
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  18. Elmbrook School District

    • School District
    • Brookfield, WI
    • 101 reviews
    #16 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Junior: This school district is good, no doubt. Especially compared to many other districts in Wisconsin. It has among the highest amount of NMS by percentage of school population, and prepares students for a variety of post secondary options. Though some aspects are certainly average, the holistic experience is one unparalleled in Wisconsin. Great district and go Spartans!
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 10 Total Schools
    • 6,912 Students
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  19. Minnetonka Public School District

    • School District
    • Minnetonka, MN
    • 47 reviews
    #17 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: My overall experience at Minnetonka has been nothing short of my idealistic high school experience. I have gotten the chance to have been taught and mentored by exceptional staff. The teachers, counselors, paraprofessionals and other staff members truly have the students best interest in mind and want to help the students excel while in high school and in the future. There are so many clubs, activities, and extracurriculars to get involved in. There is something for every type of student whether you are into robotics, chess, basketball etc. The kids create an overall inclusive and supportive environment.
    Read 47 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 12 Total Schools
    • 10,586 Students
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  22. Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District

    • School District
    • Middleton, WI
    • 47 reviews
    #18 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: Overall, my experience with Middleton High School has been great. The school takes steps to ensure and encourage the safety and growth of students. Middleton High School also has a variety of extracurricular activities- clubs, sports, or otherwise. In addition to extracurriculars, the school offers numerous classes that match almost any interest. However, there is not much diversity due to the majority of the student body population being Caucasian. In general, the atmosphere is accepting and supportive, and Middleton High School is an excellent school.
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    • A+
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    • 12 Total Schools
    • 7,118 Students
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  23. Shenendehowa Central School District

    • School District
    • Clifton Park, NY
    • 81 reviews
    #19 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Alum: Overall I had a great experience at Shen. I started school there in kindergarten and stayed there all the way through high school graduation. I had an unbelievable amount of opportunities available to me. There was always something going on and you were always encouraged to participate. I was both a member in band as well as an athlete entering high school. Going to events like these made unforgettable memories for both me and my family. With a school as large as this there was always an opportunity to make friends. I continued meeting new people everyday up until the day I graduated, and I know I still haven't met most of my graduating class! Most people I graduated with hated Shen, and associate so many negative comments with it. You're going to get that at any high school in my opinion. However, I had a wonderful experience here, and I won't be letting anyone take that away from me.
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    • A
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    • A+
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    • 12 Total Schools
    • 9,759 Students
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  24. Hoover City Schools

    • School District
    • Hoover, AL
    • 47 reviews
    #20 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: I grew up in the Hoover City School System since I was in kindergarten. I attended Greystone elementary school and experienced an enormous amount of opportunities to grow in my education. I developed my academic foundation and was able to join enrichment groups for gifted students, student council, broadcast, and the 5th grade play. At Berry Middle school I enjoyed having different teachers for each subject who could specialize in the curriculum they were teaching. I was able to get involved with band, Science Olympiad, and Future Problem Solvers. Moving on the Spain Park High school I entered challenging AP courses that taught me how to problem solve on my own. I thrived in extra-curricular activities such as band, robotics, and various honor societies. Spain Park helped me grow as a leader because of the vast opportunities it offers. I am prepared for college because of my solid foundation provided by Hoover City Schools.
    Read 47 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 17 Total Schools
    • 13,938 Students
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  25. Ankeny Community School District

    • School District
    • Ankeny, IA
    • 24 reviews
    #21 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: I really liked the opportunities I had there. There was something for everyone, whether it be sports, music, theatre, ect.. There was also plenty of academic opportunities that truly prepare you for college, since we connect a lot of our classes through the local community college, DMAAC
    Read 24 Reviews

    • A
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    • A+
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    • 16 Total Schools
    • 11,609 Students
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  26. Natick Public Schools

    • School District
    • Natick, MA
    • 13 reviews
    #22 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: I feel extremely blessed and fortunate to be able to go to a high school that really cares about their students The Faculty is amazing they listen to your concerns and help you with the resources that you need to become an independent student, my grades ngpa have gone up every semester but the knowledge that I could possibly attend a top rating School in New England.
    Read 13 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 8 Total Schools
    • 5,529 Students
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  27. Aledo Independent School District

    • School District
    • Aledo, TX
    • 17 reviews
    #23 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Alum: As an alumni, I can say that the Aledo school district is a well-rounded, supportive, and safe community for families to raise their kids. The teachers truely care about their students and want to see them succeed. Sports a big part of the district, especially football. On Friday night, the whole town is pretty much at the stadium to cheer on the boys. But even if you’re not into football (like me), the school has great academic and UIL programs! Aledo is also very competitive with grades and ranks, but if you’re not that type, no stress. I wasn’t that involved but still had a great high school/ education experience altogether. Aledo is also known for its amazing band and color guard! My friends were in both and had a blast! It’s a commitment and takes effort but the rewards are plenty! I’m honestly so happy to have spent my years there and hope this review helps to hear you towards an education at Aledo.
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    • A+
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    • 8 Total Schools
    • 5,443 Students
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  28. Pickerington Local School District

    • School District
    • Pickerington, OH
    • 65 reviews
    #24 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Senior: Personally, I feel as if Pickerington local school district has done me well throughout my years of education. Although Pickerington is great academically, I feel that there can still be improvement overall. Not only are academics the majority of a school districts importance, the little things such as diversity, sports and college readiness, play a large rule in overall experience of a school district. As we age as district throughout generations, we learn techniques, and technologies along with tools that create a safer and better overall environment to learn, grow and belong.
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    • A-
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    • A+
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    • 14 Total Schools
    • 10,224 Students
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  29. Community High School District No. 128

    • School District
    • Vernon Hills, IL
    • 15 reviews
    #25 Best School Districts for Athletes in America

    Alum: It prepared me for college very well, and the facilities and education were of high quality. However, the administration very rarely considers the opinions of the students and policy changes are rare. Additionally, because it is such a competitive school, there is a lot of pressure to attend higher level classes even if you aren't necessarily ready for it, and although it technically is the student's choice, the atmosphere of the school calls them to enroll in such courses.
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 2 Total Schools
    • 3,347 Students
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    • Private School
    • East Sandwich, MA
    • 6-12
    • 180 Students
    • 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Hampstead Academy

    • Private School
    • Hampstead, NH
    • PK, K-8
    • 3 reviews

    Parent: My daughter has been going to HA since kindergarten (she’ll be in 2nd grade in 2019-2020). She loves it here, and we couldn’t picture a better place for her in the area. We love the small class size, the dedication of the teachers, the culture/environment where the uniqueness of each child is recognized and there’s always room and opportunity for him/her to be explore their gifts and hone their skills.
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    • 25 Students
    • 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Walnut Hill School for the Arts

    • Private School
    • Natick, MA
    • 9-12
    • 66 reviews

    Sophomore: As a current student, I couldn't be happier with my experience at Walnut Hill. My academic classes are challenging. I am a Theater major and deeply love the process based classes in addition to performances. Before Walnut Hill, I was really involved with my local theater but it was only about performance. Here we are deeply invested in the art form. The people here are wonderful and supportive and I feel as though I can be myself here.
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    • A+
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    • 284 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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