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2020 High Schools with the Best Teachers in MassachusettsAbout this List

Explore the public high schools with the best teachers serving your area. Ranking based on student and parent ratings of teachers, teacher salaries, teacher absenteeism, teacher tenure, student-teacher ratio, and the Niche Academics Grade for the school. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science

    • Public School
    • Worcester, MA
    • 11-12
    • 62 reviews
    #1 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: I absolutely loved MAMS! The teachers were kind, but there was a lot of work. Ultimately, I think that MAMS brought out the potential in me as I was motivated to work harder from friends and teachers and stop doing the minimum to get by as I had done for my sending school. Overall, great experience 10/10 would recommend!
    Read 62 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 97 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Sturgis Charter Public School

    • Public School
    • Hyannis, MA
    • 9-12
    • 188 reviews
    #2 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Niche User: Sturgis is definitely what you make of it! It is an excellent school in many aspects that gives you all the tools needed to succeed in college in beyond, but you need to be the one willing to utilize those tools and put in the work to get yourself there. It can be hard sometimes, but that is to be expected when participating in the IB program, and I believe it is worth it in the end!
    Read 188 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 804 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School

    • Public School
    • Sudbury, MA
    • 9-12
    • 245 reviews
    #3 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Lincoln Sudbury is a very competitive school in sports and academics. This school does an excellent job preparing its students for college and has rigorous curriculum. Recently some events has shown flaws in this school's administration. Hopefully this will change soon. Lincoln Sudbury seems to be moving in an even more competitive direction and with that, school culture is falling due to the added stress. Diversity is pretty fair here, since the METCO program brings in students of color from the Boston area. Overall, Lincoln Sudbury is an excellent school in a great town, students are grateful for our town's public school system.
    Read 245 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 1,565 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Wellesley Senior High School

    • Wellesley Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 152 reviews
    #4 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Upon transferring from private school, I found myself very welcome and quickly at home at Wellesley High. There are many extracurricular and academic offerings, and I feel confident about continuing on to college as an independent student next year!
    Read 152 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 1,512 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Advanced Math & Science Academy Charter School

    • Public School
    • Marlborough, MA
    • 6-12
    • 228 reviews
    #5 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Sophomore: As someone who was not challenged at all in a public school, AMSA has tested my skills and allowed me not only to learn at a faster pace but also urged me to be engaged and interested in my learning. I love the challenge, and I have found myself excelling in subjects I was previously uninterested in! However, the workload can be very overwhelming at times. It would be nice if the school could find a way to preserve the challenge of its courses without placing unnecessary stress on its students.
    Read 228 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 952 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Concord Carlisle High School

    • Public School
    • Concord, MA
    • 9-12
    • 162 reviews
    #6 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Alum: I am a 2018 graduate of CCHS and after completing one year of college I have realized how toxic CC was for me. People focus so so much on academics and doing 100 extracurriculars so they will get into ivy league schools. People are extremely stressed to the extent that mental illness is very common. Almost every one of my friends either had depression or anxiety and I believe the school environment contributed to that. The classes are challenging which is good but college is much easier than any class I took at CCHS. There is so much emphasis on taking AP classes to the point that students will only take them just to compete with other students. Overall, CCHS has wonderful academics but the school has a toxic culture. Either you are a student who cares a lot about your work or you skip classes and barely graduate.
    Read 162 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 1,275 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Brookline High School

    • Public Schools of Brookline, MA
    • PK, 9-12
    • 296 reviews
    #7 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Freshman: I enjoyed rated Brookline due to the curriculum, and how engaging the teachers, and how invested they are to the students to help them succeed. Yet, i hate to say this but many of the students smoke weed, vape/juul. And some writings of racist remarks/ and videos were found on the wall, and videos from the students (mostly were from white students). Yet many of the students protested against this, which was a relief and the school either suspended or expelled the students. And the school in general promotes to be very accepting to LGBT, and diversity.
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 1,993 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Weston High School

    • Weston Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 93 reviews
    #8 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: I like Weston's academic system, they tend to teach very important information to get us prepared for college. I am in the metco program and have been since kindergarten. Going into Weston High school has helped me a lot to prepare me for the real world. The teachers in high school do not chase you when it comes to homework, projects, and etc to be done, that is all on you. I like how Weston is very serious when it comes to the requirements of making sure we graduate. You could be the worst student in the whole school and yet they make sure you graduate because Weston wants to see you succeed.
    Read 93 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 705 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Boston Latin School

    • Boston Public Schools, MA
    • 7-12
    • 444 reviews
    #9 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Overall, BLS was a great experience for me. I've met so many talented students and teachers, who have all taught me to be a better citizen and contribute to society. Also, yes, there's some serious competition within the school, but if you're academically driven and are ready to put in the effort to get through, it's a wonderful place to be!
    Read 444 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 2,403 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Lynnfield High School

    • Lynnfield Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 104 reviews
    #10 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Junior: I love Lynnfield High School. Every teacher I have genuinely wants me to succeed as a student and a person trying to navigate my way into my post-high school career. The teachers are all smart and know what they are doing; they are also more than willing to help me when I am confused, and they are always available after-school when I need to ask them questions. I have also made some great friends at Lynnfield High School, and I feel welcome and a part of the school culture. I am part of the student government for my junior class, so I am also excited that I can help represent both my class and the school culture. Overall, I am glad to be a part of Lynnfield High School!
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    • A
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    • A+
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    • 628 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Rising Tide Charter Public School

    • Public School
    • Plymouth, MA
    • 5-12
    • 62 reviews
    #11 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Rising tide is a very community oriented school with a lot of growth to continue with. As a senior graduating in the fourth ever graduating class from rising tide I feel immensely prepared for college. The road to graduation was not easy and was one with many bumps but through determination and sheer will power we completed the heavy work loads of school works and graduated. The teachers at risin tide are young and extremely enthusiastic about teaching and just overall helping the students. The sports programs at rising tide although they have grown are still in the process of becoming as developed as other High Schools, however, the girls soccer team has a wonderful coach and a great team atmosphere and they have been extremely successful. The girls varsity soccer team has made it to states 4 years in a row and although they have not yet cinched a state title they continue to work and grow as both a team and a family.
    Read 62 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 665 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Wayland High School

    • Wayland Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 129 reviews
    #12 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Wayland has taught me many lessons, academically, socially, and mentally. Going to Wayland High School has been difficult due to its academic rigor, however, the teachers will work to help as much as they possibly can. The community is very close to one another and they're always nice to those that are new to the community. At Wayland, you will be taught the importance of struggle to receive something as rewarding as knowledge.
    Read 129 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 828 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Nauset Regional High School

    • Nauset Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 109 reviews
    #13 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Freshman: Nauset high school is the best high school in MA, not only in sports, but also in academics. The XC coach for boys is one of the best coach’s and most influential people I know. She not only supports your athletic goals, but also your academic ones. Teachers push students beyond their limits. This can be good if the students want to do well in school, if they don’t care they will fall behind. Every teacher wants their students to do well. Overall this high school is 100% the best high school in Massachusetts!
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 924 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Milton High School

    • Milton Public Schools, MA
    • PK, 9-12
    • 137 reviews
    #14 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Milton High School provides a diverse experience for all students, with access to several courses that lead to college majors as well as many different career paths. Academics are a priority in Milton High School, as all staff and administrators are very helpful with college educating students, even being a huge support with college processing. Extracurricular activities including clubs and sports are also a major influence to many students, bringing forth success within the community and creating expansive opportunities to apply to any interest. Overall, Milton High School is an excellent school system that properly educates students and produces beneficial learning environments for all students.
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 1,000 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Algonquin Regional High School

    • Public School
    • Northborough, MA
    • 9-12
    • 203 reviews
    #15 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Academically, Algonquin is excellent. The teachers are invested in their students and are passionate about their curriculum. For the past four years, every single teacher I have had, has been great! The course selection is very diverse, allowing me to take subjects such as criminal justice, fashion, and silent voices. The school also has a great sports culture, with the bleachers always filled with cheering students. Sadly the student body isn't very diverse. The school is quite sheltered from "real life" and the issues you may face if you live in a more urban environment.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 1,434 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Bedford High School

    • Bedford Public Schools, MA
    • PK, 9-12
    • 163 reviews
    #16 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: I will be starting my fourth year at Bedford High School, and my past three years have been overall enjoyable. Besides my rigorous academics, wonderful teachers, and amazing friends at BHS, I have grown tremendously as a person in the past three years. BHS has provided me with so many leadership opportunities. Being a 2 year captain of a sports team, a peer leader, student ambassador, and so much more. It has offered me classes like anatomy and AP biology to help prepare me for my future career as well as medschool, and it gives students many opportunities to explore subject areas and interests.
    Read 163 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 888 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Medfield Senior High School

    • Medfield Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 91 reviews
    #17 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Parent: Really encourages students. At Medfield High School, it's "cool" to be smart. The AP courses are really college level. My older son is a junior at a very competitive college and he states that his senior year in high school was his most academically difficult year thus far!
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    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 841 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Hopkinton High School

    • Hopkinton Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 183 reviews
    #18 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Alum: Growing up in Hopkinton, MA was a childhood filled with opportunity and expectation. The high achieving nature of the town and its families created an academic environment, rated top 3 public schools in MA, to mirror that expectation as well. While this pressure was evident, the administration and student body emulated a sense of pride and enthusiasm for learning and experience. The administration sought involvement and feedback from the students at all crosses of school life, which allowed students to develop their own sense of self and critical thinking skills. The clubs were not very popular for students, as after school sports were deemed more important. The athletic department was well supported by the town, and the teams won several state championships during my 4 years. Hopkinton High school was a privilege to attend, and an environment where many will flourish.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 1,090 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Newton North High School

    • Newton Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 338 reviews
    #19 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Newton North High School is a great school! The teachers are understanding and will help you with your problems. There are many clubs to help you find your community. The students here are nice and open minded. There is always a staff member that you can find who can help you with any problem you have. Newton North will help you prepare for college, you can find help from either your teachers or college counselors.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 2,096 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Dover-Sherborn Regional High School

    • Dover-Sherborn Regional School District, MA
    • 9-12
    • 63 reviews
    #20 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Dover-Sherborn provides an excellent education that thoroughly prepares you for college. The staff is dedicated & involved. Our athletics are competitive, with coaches pushing you to be better a athlete & work together as a team. Though I regard DS highly, it has areas that need improvement--it’s a wealthy, homogenous community that tends to disregard the diversity of our student body. They're under represented, but, DS does consist of varying races, sexual orientations, and religions. DS needs to work to create a safe environment for these students & address problems of those who ostracize them. DS would also benefit from an enhanced art department in classes like drawing, ceramics, guitar, and TV media. There's an incredible focus on education, but to create a well rounded student there has to be more emphasis on arts, discussion, service, & club involvement. Overall, DS is a wonderfully caring & educational community, but like any other school, has room for improvement.
    Read 63 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
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    • 652 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Westford Academy

    • Westford Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 249 reviews
    #21 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Westford Academy harbors a distinctly strong, yet rigorous, academic experience. Many students frequently take multiple high-level classes which are treated at such: high-level. A number of electives are available in each subject area, although certain departments, such as the science department, lack sufficient resources to deliver to the demands of students despite trying their hardest. The administration seems to have a bit of a power complex and does NOT enjoy students who believe they deserve a more independent experience. Finally, students can become toxically competitive and ruin the educational experience for others because such there is underlying, albeit intense stress on grades, test scores, and academic performance, but effort often feels unrewarding.
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    • A+
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    • A
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    • 1,676 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Westwood High School

    • Westwood Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 202 reviews
    #22 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: Academically, Westwood High School is great, but the social aspect isn't, students are very cliquey. The school is great with support for students with mental illnesses and well-known diseases, but if you have a rarer illness or an invisible physical illness, it's hard to get support. Great teachers!
    Read 202 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A
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    • 999 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Needham High School

    • Needham Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 236 reviews
    #23 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Senior: I enjoyed my time here. The teachers are nice. We can sign up for laptops. Library is comfortable. The food is improving; this week’s gourmet Thursday lunch is Pad Thai! The facility is clean. The administration tries hard to be inclusive. Kudos to Needham!
    Read 236 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
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    • 1,659 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School

    • Public School
    • Devens, MA
    • 7-12
    • 51 reviews
    #24 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Sophomore: Your grades are based on beginning, approaches, meets, and exceeds for each of your assessments. You have MST )math, science, and technology) and AH (arts and humanities). There is wellness which is broken up into health and gym. There are three divisions, div 1, 7 and 8 graders, div 2, 9-10 graders, and div 3, 11-12. To move out of a Division you must show mastery in all skill areas and display readiness for more challenge while completing requirements. Then carry out a presentation of your mastery in that division. In every aspect of Parker we focus on depth over breadth delving in on important subject matter instead of taking many units and focusing less on each one. In Spanish we are fully immersed in the language and focus more on interaction and activities throughout class that develop and portray your strength in conversation, interpreting, writing, and presenting instead of homework and tests.
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    • A-
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    • A
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    • 395 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Longmeadow High School

    • Longmeadow Public Schools, MA
    • 9-12
    • 152 reviews
    #25 Best Public High School Teachers in Massachusetts

    Parent: Longmeadow has an outstanding reputation for excellent academic performers! This can be attributed to the administration, physical plant and the students.
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    • A+
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    • A
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    • 946 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Gann Academy

    • Private School
    • Waltham, MA
    • 9-12
    • 60 reviews

    Senior: Gann is a wonderful institution! I truly love it here.

    Academics: The points of study are interesting, intelligent, and practical. I feel like I am learning something new and important every day. I wholeheartedly appreciate the things I learn and the freedom I have to chose what I want to learn. My love for Gann's academics are only solidified by the teachers.
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    • A+
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    • 286 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Waring School

    • Private School
    • Beverly, MA
    • 6-12
    • 17 reviews

    Alum: I loved going to Waring. The academics are unparalleled. Not only do you study a myriad of subjects, you learn the philosophy behind them. Teachers genuinely care about their students. Waring has made considerable effort to increase diversity in the past five years, they have their hearts in the right place but they dont seem to put any funding behind their efforts - at least not in terms of scholarship money. The social scene in my early years a student was trying, but ultimately taught me skills that will aid me in my chosen career path. This is influenced by a clear decision to favor traditional sports over other hobbies. Thanks to Waring, I'm well prepared for college, often having covered many topics in my early high school years at Waring. I am well prepared for collaborative projects, and I'm very well travelled thanks to all the opportunities Waring provides. If you're curious about Waring, go visit; attend student plays, art shows, or sports games. It's an incredible school.
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    • A+
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    • 165 Students
    • 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Atrium School

    • Private School
    • Watertown, MA
    • PK, K-8
    • 5 reviews

    Parent: Atrium School has created an unbelievable learning environment for my daughter. The faculty and staff are kind, innovative, creative and genuinely understand how children learn best. I watched my daughter blossom into a mature, articulate and socially conscious child who is engaged in the learning process. If you are looking for a down to earth community that fosters a love of learning in children, you have come to the right place. I can't recommend it highly enough!
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    • 130 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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