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The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science
Public School
Columbus, MS
11-12
103
1 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: The faculty is brilliant, which shows in our test scores. However, some of the science teachers are researchers at heart and can be difficult to follow for lots of students. The mathematics instruction is top of the line, and the school does a good job of establishing a solid foundation on which to build upon. English is also very good depending on the teacher. Definitely the best high school in Mississippi. Most problems stem from a lack of funding--hopefully that will change in the future!
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New Trier Township High School
New Trier Township High School District No. 203, IL
9-12
459
2 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: I am involved in the IGSS program, which is a newer program. Basically it is a school within a school. It encompasses English, Environmental Science, and History. The method of teaching is very organic. You are taught to think for yourself - there is no wrong answer! The teachers encourage creativity, thinking outside the box, and collaborative learning.
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4,057 Students
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Louisiana School for Math, Science & The Arts
Public School
Natchitoches, LA
10-12
121
3 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: LSMSA is a place for minds and ambition to grow. Dorm life establishes a culture of symbiotic relationships that endure difficult and fun times alike. The social atmosphere is shadowed by a constant desire to get more out of education, and the terminal degree-holding professors welcome students with open doors, a will to listen and teach, and genuine enthusiasm for their role in a student's life. In going to LSMSA, I have grown far faster as a person and with deeper understanding for what it means to work hard with others toward something for which I feel passion and excitement.
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330 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics & Humanities
Public School
Muncie, IN
11-12
278
4 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities has amazing teachers. As a student, I can meet with them during their office hours when I am not in class. The academy has classes set up like college, allowing for time to meet with these teachers. A majority of the classes are college level and it can be challenging as a high school student to handle. However, the academic and personal growth gained from this experience is worth it. I would like to see more eating options than just DS on the weekdays and Tally on the weekends. (the atrium being open on friday night doesn't count) Eating the same food all the time is not good or healthy. On the weekends at Tally, the salad bar is too expensive and constantly eating Taco Bell and french fries makes me feel sick.
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315 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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BASIS Scottsdale
Public School
Scottsdale, AZ
5-12
64
5 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: BASIS has succeeded in fostering a culture of competition and high achievement without sacrificing a sense of camaraderie and genuine concern for students' wellbeing, mostly thanks to the closeness between teachers and students. I hope to see a more diverse student body in the future, as well as greater investment in the school from the owners, especially given its success in rankings and standardized testing!
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739 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science
Public School
Worcester, MA
11-12
57
6 Best Public High School Teachers in America
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).
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98 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Northside College Preparatory High School
Chicago Public Schools, IL
9-12
500
7 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: Northside College Prep has one of the most rigorous academic curricula in the nation; as it constantly places amongst the top 25 high schools. The social structure within the school's student body and staff is very liberal/left-winged, where almost everyone is accepting of each other.

Despite this, there is an extreme stigma on the grades acquired by students' peers, where if you don't have anything higher than an A- in a class, you're made an outcast; this creates an atmosphere which at times can be very hostile and rejecting of others. This example of grade-based stigmatization is further seen amongst the administration of the school, no one will help you unless you have at least a 3.8 GPA, this has led to students fending for themselves academically as well as psychologically.

The school's teachers, however, are phenomenal and 9/10 of them deserve the highest regards in terms of providing my peers and I with the support we needed at tough times and for making learning fun!
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1,056 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Public School
Aurora, IL
10-12
228
8 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: Wonderful experience! I loved going to IMSA for the past three years. Although the academics are very challenging, and many late nights will be spent studying, the teachers care about the students and want to see them grow and succeed. The opportunities here are endless, including a wonderful SIR (Student Inquiry Research) program which allows the students to spend their Wednesdays researching. The school has also had many new renovations, including new science labs, study areas, and much more. The school is also so diverse, and students are encouraged to share their opinions and life stories. What a wonderful place to study!
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649 Students
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Scarsdale Senior High School
Scarsdale Union Free School District, NY
9-12
99
9 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Junior: The school environment is a very proficient place to study and work towards your dreams. The classes are comprehensive and the teachers are very intelligent and are very supportive. Class sizes are generally 20-25 people, and students are encouraged to seek extra help from their teachers or just to get to know them. However the amount of stress that students experience here are almost suffocating. The aura of competition for college and grades is quite overwhelming, and the workload that students receive continue for hours and hours. But other than that, there is a tight community that binds the school and the town together.
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Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
Public School
Hadley, MA
K-12
5
Alum: First off, as a recent graduate student from PVCICS, I can only give my review on the high school.
The school has fantastic teachers who are extremely willing to help the students to learn. They also put in a ton of effort into making sure the students are doing well in the IB program. The IB coordinator is extremely organized with years of experience in IB prior to teaching in this school, which helped my class to navigate through the IB program with minimal confusion. The only thing the school doesn't have is the space and a cafeteria. Other than that, the school is fantastic and I highly recommend it if you want your kids to learn chinese as well!
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439 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Charter School of Wilmington
Public School
Wilmington, DE
9-12
240
10 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: I loved the Charter School of Wilmington. CSW prepared me well for University of Delaware as an undergraduate but I wish better faculty was provided. For example, the Science and Social Sciences dept are great but the Math dept is not. Overall, I love Charter and miss it a lot!
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972 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Glenbrook South High School
Glenbrook High Schools District 225, IL
9-12
428
11 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: I loved my time at Glenbrook South High School. This school is dedicated to making everyone feel welcome and helping them find their place. From the first day of freshman orientation, you are told over and over again that joining clubs and other school-wide activities is the thing to do! The academics are fantastic and prepare any student for the next step after high school. The spirit and pride of being a Titan is an exciting part as well! The home games and sprit weeks are some of the most fun I had in high school. GBS's support of the arts is something to admire as well. From advertising musicals and talent shows to school-wide previews for both of these events. In my opinion, there is no better high school in the Northshore.
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2,910 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Bronx High School of Science
New York City Geographic District No. 10, NY
9-12
757
12 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: Bronx Science has given me opportunities I never would have had if I went to another school. That being said, it is very easy to get crushed in the ridiculous amount of pressure the school puts you through. I would say that it was easy for me to get help from the guidance department though, and that the school does offer many services to students who are struggling.

Teachers generally teach for the tests, but once you get to higher level classes you can truly explore your passions and it becomes more about learning for the sake of learning (note: take Post-AP Chem if you can! It's a 10/10) It's honestly hard to fail a class because there are so many ways for you to improve. The teachers hold Small Group Instruction at least once a week (you don't even have to go to your teacher for help, if that's an issue. Ask other teachers as well) and NHS members tutor in the library. The only way I could imagine a student doing badly is if they chose not to be proactive about their learning.
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3,011 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Adlai E. Stevenson High School
Public School
Lincolnshire, IL
9-12
1,010
13 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: Adlai E. Stevenson High School is unlike any other. What sets it apart is the sheer amount of opportunities and the great academics. Academia is the core of this school. The students want to learn and better themselves as intellectuals, and the teachers do everything in their power to allow the students to achieve this goal. Teachers are very flexible, but have a sturdy curriculum intended to push students to the next level. Also, the clubs at Stevenson make it possible to become involved in any part of the community that a student wants to be part of. Because there are over 100 clubs offered at this school, every student can find their own role within the school. It's so great to be a part of such an accepting yet academically demanding institution!
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The Davidson Academy
Public School
Reno, NV
6-12
55
14 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: The school could definitely stand to be more diverse in a lot of ways; for example, it could improve its ethnic diversity and admit more students from low-income backgrounds. It's also quite small, and this can feel very insular at times. However, the teachers are some of the most caring human beings I have ever met, and the school continues to feel like a home even after you graduate. I think anyone who goes here will receive an excellent education that will take them far in life, but they would also do well to remember that there's a far bigger world out there beyond its walls (and to interact with it more). Oh, and many of the students here are middle schoolers or early high schoolers--sometimes it can feel like older students are glossed over a little bit when it comes to creating special events or opportunities for them. Overall, though, this school is excellent, and I think all of these problems are definitely solvable.
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160 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Glenbrook North High School
Glenbrook High Schools District 225, IL
9-12
371
15 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Senior: I could not possibly feel more blessed to have attended Glenbrook North for 3 (going on 4) years. Glenbrook North is immersed in an inclusive, loving, and thriving community. Within the walls of Glenbrook North lies at atmosphere that can not be found anywhere else. Each day I wake up excited, knowing that I will be spending my day with friends, teachers who care about me, and enthusiastic peers. Each year at GBN I have connected with new peers, whether my age, older, or younger, each student at GBN is special and unique. I build my relationships through class work, projects, electives, or even gym classes. GBN cares about their students' health. I take gym each semester for ninety minutes every other day, as well as fitness tests four times each semester. The faculty truly care about their students achieving their highest potential in their best health. I wish that every student could have a high school experience like the one provided by GBN, and I am tremendously blessed!
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1,997 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Conestoga Senior High School
Tredyffrin-Easttown School District, PA
9-12
291
16 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Parent: Conestoga is supportive, inclusive and adaptable to the various levels of their students' needs. Students are offered different levels of courses and can choose the level that best supports their strengths and (weaknesses) courses that they may find more challenging. The counseling and teaching staff are supportive, encouraging and the school has a great infrastructure and resources for students to use for areas of support. They have programs in place that can both challenge students and offer additional support when needed. The school communicates with parents often and teachers and counselors are easily accessible to students when needed. Conestoga also does a great job preparing them for college. They offer AP classes if students want the option. The even offer an SAT prep class as an elective. The course selection and electives are very impressive.
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2,062 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Great Hearts Academies - Chandler Prep
Public School
Chandler, AZ
K-12
55
17 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: Chandler Preparatory Academy is the kind of school that is great in retrospect—strict dress codes, disposal of modern culture, and lack of electives tend to blind current students of the rigorous program. But while some of the school's arbitrary restrictions are a tad unnecessary (some even actively prevent students from preparing for the social skills of college, which is ironic given the school's name), it helps students develop a critical acumen: it guides one to a thought process that facilities independent and analytical thought, which is indispensable come one's college career. Given the sociopolitical, separatist origins of the charter school system, however, the school's diversity leaves a lot to be desired.
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711 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Staten Island Technical High School
New York City Geographic District No. 31, NY
9-12
563
18 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Junior: Staten Island Tech prepares students very well for college, and also makes sure to update students about opportunities (scholarships, contests, internships, etc.) frequently. SIT is also a fairly competitive school, though like all schools, there are high and low achievers. All the teachers are nice and genuinely want to help the students; they make you feel comfortable. The workload isn’t heavy if you have good time management, and more often than not, I find myself with a fair amount of time for myself. School facilities like the library are useful, and the guidance counselors are all friendly and open.
I rated SIT four and not five stars because of the lack of languages taught here. The only available language is Russian, which is disappointing for many students. In comparison to other schools where various languages are offered, SIT is extremely limited; the only compensation they have is taking an online course for a different language during senior year.
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1,278 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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BASIS Peoria
Public School
Peoria, AZ
5-12
42
19 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Parent: My son is a 5th grade student at BASIS Peoria. In the past, when I asked my son what he learned at school, the answer was always, "nothing." Now, he is so excited to tell me about everything he is learning. He makes connections to what he is learning at school everywhere we go. In the past, he loved to miss a day off of school. Now, I could not get him to take one day off to leave for vacation (so we left as soon as the school dismissed). We LOVE BASIS!
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744 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Maggie Walker Governor's School
Public School
Richmond, VA
9-12
42
20 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Sophomore: I remember when I applied to Maggie Walker. I was excited about the opportunities, but I was nervous about the testing and attending a different school. Thank goodness I got in and decided to go! The students are friendly and accepting, the teachers try to work with each student to create the best environment for learning, and the courses are challenging and increase cultural awareness.
One of the best parts of the school is the environment of trust and the amount of freedom and independence students have because of the honor code. Also, all of the 75+ clubs at the school are run by students. While our school is well known for its academics, we also have a superb athletic program.
There are many more great things that I could say about Maggie Walker. Nonetheless the school still has room for improvement. Such as creating a more culturally diverse environment and eliminating the belief that only AP courses make students successful.
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746 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Maine School of Science & Mathematics
Public School
Limestone, ME
9-12
31
21 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Junior: I have been at MSSM for 3 years and I am so glad I chose to come. The teachers and students are absolutely amazing, but It is not for everybody. MSSM requires a lot of sacrifice not only because of the boarding school factor, but because students must be willing to completely commit to academic life. I admit the location and administrative organization are all not ideal, but the academics and culture make up for it. We have about every club one can imagine, and they foster the student leadership and involvement that MSSM values. Many believe from the name that the school is filled with stereotypical awkward teens, but people of all personalities find friends there. You do not have to be a genius to be successful, as there are classes for many levels. However, if you are exceptionally smart, you will never run out of classes or challenges. While MSSM is STEM-focused, it also has one of the best English departments in the state. I would definitely recommend it to any Maine student.
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149 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Liberal Arts & Science Academy
Austin Independent School District, TX
9-12
375
22 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Junior: I loved coming to the Liberal arts and Science Academy (LASA)! The academics at the school are both rigorous and fun, and the teachers are the best I could possibly ask for. The only downside is a lack of monetary resources, in some cases, because LASA is magnet school in a poor school district. However, the incredibly string PTA helps get money as much as possible and supports the school fantastically.
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1,016 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Henry M. Gunn High School
Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
9-12
251
23 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Alum: I miss registering for and attending classes at Gunn. Registration was so stress-free (especially with the Jacoubowsky's assistance). Classes were engaging--almost every teacher was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and willing to learn if they were new to a subject. Just remembering them brings a smile to my face. They were so quirky!

There were some horrible teachers. If they were better, this school would be excellent. One was outwardly dismissive of certain political views. One never returned assignments and was rumored to pick course grades out of hat--she got fired. One admitted she was crushing our dreams by giving low grades. One would not post course material online. One gave only one lecture.

Many of my peers made up a group of the most inclusive, intelligent, and accomplished individuals I know. The administration should listen to students more. These students are experts about their own mental health and their personal lives and concerns.
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1,918 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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BASIS Oro Valley
Public School
Oro Valley, AZ
5-12
54
24 Best Public High School Teachers in America
Sophomore: I went to BASIS from 8th-10th grade. This school is very meticulous and unforgiving on its students and functions very similarly to that of a business. However despite that, this school will definitely teach you how to study effectively, how to maximize what you are learning, and give a general appreciation education. The environment is HIGHLY COMPETITIVE here! I currently go to Purdue university, and in my opinion attending BASIS is equally as stressful as attending a credited university. If you are coming to this school it is highly recommended that you have an established work ethic, and that it was your choice to come to this school. Remember this school is #3 in the nation, so do not take this school lightly and be prepared to work hard. Further more this school does not ensure that you go to a good college- it ensures that you go to college. With that being said if you are going to this school good luck!
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537 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science

New Trier Township High School

Louisiana School for Math, Science & The Arts

Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics & Humanities

BASIS Scottsdale

Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science

Northside College Preparatory High School

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy

Scarsdale Senior High School

Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School

Charter School of Wilmington

Glenbrook South High School

Bronx High School of Science

Adlai E. Stevenson High School

The Davidson Academy

Glenbrook North High School

Conestoga Senior High School

Great Hearts Academies - Chandler Prep

Staten Island Technical High School

BASIS Peoria

Maggie Walker Governor's School

Maine School of Science & Mathematics

Liberal Arts & Science Academy

Henry M. Gunn High School

BASIS Oro Valley