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  1. Los Angeles Unified School District

    • School District
    • LOS ANGELES, CA
    • 2,082 reviews

    Senior: I have received an excellent education in LAUSD public charter schools! There are multiple charter schools in my complex in and around Pacific Palisades, CA.
    The best part about going to a public charter school within the LAUSD is that my parents have had a say in how my schools have spent their money. I, too, have been able to have a say in the curriculum at my high school. For example, if I wanted to have a course added to the school curriculum, I could simply present my case to the Curriculum Committee. After some research, a teacher could create a new course and offer it to a limited number of students the following school year. I have benefitted from the "Pods" program at my high school, which was created for the freshman classes, where the student can choose a topic of interest from STEM, Social Justice, Drama, Music, ect... that puts them together with other freshman to study social studies linked to the "Pod" of their choice.
    I really loved all of my K-12 schools!
    Read 2,082 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 785 Total Schools
    • 483,234 Students
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  2. Chicago Public Schools

    • School District
    • CHICAGO, IL
    • 290 reviews

    Junior: Throughout my time in CPS, I feel like I have been well educated and prepared for the world. Obviously, teachers and resources vary at every school, but my experience has been positive. In my current school, we have access to computers, printers, tutors and a multitude of extracurriculars. Some schools are less fortunate, and that has a negative impact on the education of these students. Sometimes, it seems like there are multiple school districts within the city due to now vastly different each school is. This is a direct result of redlining and property taxes in the city, but that is a review for another day.
    Read 290 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 653 Total Schools
    • 347,484 Students
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  3. Miami-Dade County Public Schools

    • School District
    • MIAMI, FL
    • 1,353 reviews

    Alum: Miami Dade County Public Schools overall is great. Depending on the school you decide to attend, academically and everything else is different for every school and area. Personally, the high school I attended, Doral Academy, is very different from most schools. In my opinion, they have excellent academics and because it is a preparatory school, graduating from here made me confident because I knew I was extremely prepared for college. Doral Academy is filled with amazing teachers and students and because we are in Miami it is super diverse throughout the staff and students. As for clubs and activities, Doral Academy is a fun experience with many club options and school activities that are always happening throughout the year. Sports are big in this school and if you play a sport you should definitely consider joining a team! The school itself is always nice and clean and continuing to grow with friendly security and faculty.
    Read 1,353 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 516 Total Schools
    • 347,307 Students
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  4. Clark County School District

    • School District
    • LAS VEGAS, NV
    • 1,569 reviews

    Sophomore: Clark County school district (CCSD) is very large, and the conditions of each school within it definitely vary. However, the two schools I have attended in this district were incredible! My elementary school had great teachers and made an effort to include every student at all times. My high school, West Career, and Technical Academy, also has exceptional staff, but it also has a very safe environment and a graduation rate that is over 90%. I love the amount of diversity in the Clark County School District. Las Vegas has a very diverse population, and the schools within it showcase this clearly. The one thing I'd love to see change in the district is the size of the district. CCSD is one of the biggest school districts in the country, and I believe that if it was separated into smaller parts, education levels in students could be increased and modified for groups of children with specific educational needs much more effectivley.
    Read 1,569 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 374 Total Schools
    • 328,991 Students
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  5. Puerto Rico Department of Education

    • School District
    • HATO REY, PR
    • 44 reviews

    Senior: This school district has been my own since my toddler years, to the present. My school development has been filled to the brim with ups and downs; but ultimately I have a good feedback to give. Puerto Rico's School District has been responsible for my formation and my underlying convictions that push me forward. Looking back, everything I've learned has influenced how I portray myself to hardship; confident in my decision-making. One explicit flaw would be the inability to prepare students for foreign colleges acceptance. This school district's approach focuses in studies in the same state; enabling conformism.
    Read 44 Reviews

    • unavailable
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 847 Total Schools
    • 292,518 Students
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  6. Broward County Public Schools

    • School District
    • FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
    • 1,306 reviews

    Sophomore: I have been going to Broward County Public Schools for a couple of years now and I have found them to be an awesome district with teachers that care about the education the students receive. I have been able to find my interest almost immediately upon attending my high school. I am active in the robotics program and have had so much fun participating there. The school district also offers activities outside of school that anyone can participate in like most of our sporting events. On top of everything, the BCPS is always up to date on the latest news and keeps all of their students and parents informed of any situations that it is facing. Overall great school district!
    Read 1,306 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 328 Total Schools
    • 269,172 Students
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  9. Hillsborough County Public Schools

    • School District
    • TAMPA, FL
    • 851 reviews

    Freshman: I enjoy learning at Hillsborough Country Public School! The professors are great, and I meet other students who share the same passion for music like me. For most of my classes the professors work with me, I personally sometimes struggle with turning in my assignments on time, but my professor were very understanding and worked with me. I love the diversity and cultural environment that Hillsborough Country Public Schools provides, their have been cases were I wasn't able to attend my class from cultural reasons, but it wasn't a issue for the professors.
    Read 851 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 300 Total Schools
    • 223,305 Students
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  10. Houston Independent School District

    • School District
    • HOUSTON, TX
    • 1,036 reviews

    Freshman: I would rate the Houston Independent School District a 5 out of 5. I give them this rating because of their involvement with students and teachers. They have suck a great involvement with their students and are able to make learning very engaging and accesible to all students. HISD has allowed students that are lgbtq+ a chance to stand out as well as students of color. They have made videos and posts on social media highlighting schools for their excellent status. Their activities vary and have many programs that can help disabled students and help exert themselves. During the pandemic they have been very clear to stay 6feet apart at all times requiring masks at all times despite the mask mandate being lifted, hand sanitizer all the time as well. They allow for all students to express their culture and who they are. HISD is a very great school district and overall my experience with them had allowed me to express myself. As well as giving me a chance to join programs!
    Read 1,036 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 280 Total Schools
    • 210,061 Students
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  11. Orange County Public Schools

    • School District
    • ORLANDO, FL
    • 599 reviews

    Junior: The first time my family moved here, we came during my 5th grade school year. I was the "new kid" and everyone was so sweet including the teachers and deans. They showed me around the school, introduced me to some of the other teachers and students which really made me feel comfortable. To be honest I was not expecting that, I was probably expecting to get lost in all the hallways and be late to my classes just because the school looked to big to be true. After finishing Elementary, I attended all of my middle school year at BridgeWater Middle School, making so many friends there who I still talk to up until this day! Bridgewater is very much like Windermere High School, which is the school that I am currently attending. Here the teachers are really sweet and they help, answers my questions, while cooperating with me and the other students in class, supporting us when we need help and making sure that we understand the lessons clearly before moving onto the next lesson.
    Read 599 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 260 Total Schools
    • 208,875 Students
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  12. Palm Beach County School District

    • School District
    • WEST PALM BEACH, FL
    • 725 reviews

    Alum: Scholarship opportunities for high school seniors. It was great experience and you should really go here if you want to nuture your education where you can go to pbsc to get a great education and you'll be fine with an awesome scholarship and they will take care of you and basically I'm just ramling on so that I can fulfill this ridiculous characters remaining to fill in the void so that it can be used up. Please do your research when looking into college and make sure you you DO NOT TAKE OUT ANY LOANS NOR BE PRESSURED BECAUSE THE BANKS REALLY DONT CARE! If you have to sit out a semester to work than so be it but don't take out any loans and come out of school debt free because college will be absolute at some point and they will regret it. Do yourself a favor and just get a job and go to school and trust me you'll be glad you did as I am a graduate student from FAU. Get all the scholarships you can and don't worry about funding to much due to stress as the people who are helping you.
    Read 725 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 237 Total Schools
    • 194,675 Students
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  13. Fairfax County Public Schools

    • School District
    • FALLS CHURCH, VA
    • 559 reviews

    Senior: I have been enrolled in and have attended Fairfax County Public Schools for my whole life, I'm a rising senior. Moving to four different areas in my lifetime, all within Fairfax County , I have gotten to see how many different schools within the county operate. At all schools I have been pleased by the County and grateful that I am able to attend schools that are apart of it. FCPS gives you opportunities to really grow and learn so much while forming meaningful connections with teachers, staff, and peers. I have always felt safe and welcomed by the staff in all of the Fairfax County schools I have attended or visited. All schools are so diverse and offer a ton of programs, clubs, extracurriculars, and more opportunities to fit the interests and allow their students to be involved! It's an amazing school district and I am very fortunate to have grown up and received an education from within it.
    Read 559 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 221 Total Schools
    • 188,887 Students
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  14. Hawaii Department of Education

    • School District
    • HONOLULU, HI
    • 73 reviews

    Alum: My experience with the Hawai'i Department of Education (HIDOE) was, indeed, "very good". I feel very privileged to have been educated in such a culturally rich and diverse community by many qualified educators who are devoted to teaching and preparing the keiki of Hawai'i for the real world. I learned an immense amount of life skills during my time in the HIDOE, especially about the importance of sustainability and caring for the environment. That said, there were also some things the HIDOE presented to me that I would like to see improved. Though there were many qualified educators in our schools, there were just as many that were unqualified. The HIDOE is notorious for being in extremely high demand of teachers across the state, and a result of this is the employment of any person who is willing to fulfill the duties of being a teacher, minus the proper credentials. This sporadic employment left me and many other students learning subjects along with our "teacher" in charge.
    Read 73 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 293 Total Schools
    • 181,088 Students
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  15. Gwinnett County Public Schools

    • School District
    • SUWANEE, GA
    • 585 reviews

    Junior: What I like about Gwinnett County Schools is the amount of cultural diversity. As a result of the diversity, I was able to participate in a variety of clubs and organizations that encompassed the diversity mentioned.

    Gwinnet County has also attempted to keep the community at large informed with regards to racial relations and educational classes to help educate all on biases.

    In addition to the diversity, I also enjoy the diverse academic programs offered.

    Gwinnet County has an excellent STEM program where I have participated as a RISE STEM student since freshman year! Our School in addition to our cluster schools won an award for STEM innovation and transformation in 2018!

    The STEM program helps prepare you for the outside world as the classes offer diverse learning styles from hybrid learning to co-op college classes while in high school.

    I enjoy and appreciate the differences as it makes learning more effective, interesting and enjoyable!
    Read 585 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 139 Total Schools
    • 180,589 Students
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  16. Montgomery County Public Schools

    • School District
    • ROCKVILLE, MD
    • 528 reviews

    Alum: Overall I had a great time when I transferred to Clarksburg High School. The curriculum had different difficulty levels which allowed you to really be able to learn and challenge yourself more. There was a lot of diversity which I always love to see, and it wasn’t overcrowded. Most of the teachers were helpful with the exception of a few. There were a decent amount of activities to take place in. Another thing I approved of was how clean the school was.
     This year I’m enrolled in Montgomery College and am taking courses online. It’s not as much fun because I’m not in the same learning environment. There are many different classes offered once you get past the general ones. It is still diverse in this college, which is great! The professors are professional and helpful. However, during this pandemic there isn’t as much to do.
     Overall I have had a very good experience with Montgomery County schools and would highly recommend them to anyone who is considering joining them!
    Read 528 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 209 Total Schools
    • 165,267 Students
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  17. Wake County Schools

    • School District
    • CARY, NC
    • 487 reviews

    Alum: Wake County Schools provided me with incredible opportunities when I was in attendance. Coming out of homeschool and into a public high school, I did not know what to expect. Thankfully, I got more than I could ask for. I had particularly rich instruction in music, which I keep using to this day! Although teachers could have been given more resources at their disposal, they certainly did well with what they had. Ultimately, quality education is what I received. Many teachers invest a lot in their students at a great sacrifice. Thank you for all you do, Wake County!
    Read 487 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 191 Total Schools
    • 163,404 Students
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  18. Dallas Independent School District

    • School District
    • DALLAS, TX
    • 726 reviews

    Junior: The Dallas Independent District has been something new to me. I have always been in a charter school and it wasn't until high school that I became a student for DISD. My overall experience has been satisfied academically, socially, and much more. However, my concerns have a lot to do in the security placement after dangerous things have happened but have been able to control as well. The sanitation is something I have always been concerned about before the pandemic happened, which makes me even more unfaithful on how they are going to be able to control these things around this time of COVID-19. Not to mention, they have a really well established team whom are in charge of this district! Without them, it wouldn't be the district it is today.
    Read 726 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 243 Total Schools
    • 153,861 Students
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  19. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

    • School District
    • CHARLOTTE, NC
    • 456 reviews

    Senior: Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, also know as CMS is a very large school district in North Carolina, that includes the city of Charlotte and the entire Mecklenburg County. Within this school district is the city of Charlotte and the surrounding towns/suburbs. Because the district is so big, there are problems with meeting the needs of all students in all situations.
    Many of the neighborhood elementary schools have been able to create a close community of students, teachers and parents. Middle and High schools tend to be on the larger size.
    CMS offers several Magnet Programs that allow students to enroll in a school that is not their "home school". Many of these programs encourage students to explore different styles and focus of learning. Magnet options include: Montessori, Performing Arts, Engineering, Language Immersion, STEM, and advanced placement.
    Read 456 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 175 Total Schools
    • 149,845 Students
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  22. Prince George's County Public Schools

    • School District
    • UPPER MARLBORO, MD
    • 535 reviews

    Freshman: I have been going to this school since 2018, first as a dual enrollment student, and now fulltime. I know the school very well, gone as an evening student, day to day student, and finally now as a virtual online student. The school has everything, from facilities, to resources, to programs, and great food! If you are looking for a cheap and affordable community college education, Prince Georges County Community College is the perfect place to enroll.
    Read 535 Reviews

    • C minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 207 Total Schools
    • 135,952 Students
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  23. Philadelphia City School District

    • School District
    • PHILADELPHIA, PA
    • 691 reviews

    Alum: I attended Saint Joseph's Preparatory School and although it was beyond difficult while attending, it really taught me countless life lessons. I developed a vast amount of connections and some of my best friends to this day are from there. Prep taught me how to handle high pressure situations and how to assimilate an exorbitant amount of information and truly understand it. There is a major difference between regurgitating information and actually able to explain the information, not verbatim from the book. The schools in Philadelphia really taught me how to be a productive member of society.
    Read 691 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 217 Total Schools
    • 130,617 Students
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  24. Duval County Public Schools

    • School District
    • JACKSONVILLE, FL
    • 398 reviews

    Senior: Personally, Duval county public schools were the only schools I have ever known. Growing up, teachers were always making sure I was up to par. It was always nice, but I just think with a little tweaking of some of the class options it would be so beneficial to future students . Say if we had classes that helped students to get amazing scores on the SAT, many students could use that as a great tool to get into great colleges! other than that I really like Duval county schools!
    Read 398 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 203 Total Schools
    • 130,279 Students
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  25. Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

    • School District
    • HOUSTON, TX
    • 502 reviews

    Alum: I loved how the teachers were non-biased with a focus on giving us the tools to learn rather then informing us what we should know. They really focused on giving us an excellent education experience by being very entertaining. When it comes to academic points and helping us achieve a high class rank, the CFISD staff are really there to help us through counseling and providing opportunities to improve our class grades. As we transitioned towards the end of the year, their early start of college and career fairs at their facilities really helped everyone give a great initiative on planning their major in college. The staff at CFISD were overall excellent, and it's a given since they are among some of the best school districts in the nation!
    Read 502 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 89 Total Schools
    • 117,446 Students
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  26. Baltimore County Public Schools

    • School District
    • TOWSON, MD
    • 240 reviews

    Senior: I go to Perry Hall High School, but I've gone to Baltimore County Public Schools my whole life, and from at least what I've seen, they're doing a great job! I have classmates of all religions and ethnicity, there's a multitude of clubs already and if you feel there's one that should be added you're free to make one! There also several different types of classes for each subject so everyone has a place where they need to be instead of making large groups of students who may not be in the same capabilities-it's just a great school district for students. The only thing is that bathrooms could be a little nicer and we could be given more money to help some more departments in our schools that aren't top priority like art programs!
    Read 240 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 178 Total Schools
    • 115,038 Students
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  27. Shelby County Schools

    • School District
    • MEMPHIS, TN
    • 269 reviews

    Sophomore: The process of earning a degree today through university is unnecessarily long. There are definitely changes that I would like to made regarding this subject. Seeing recent adaptations in how school is conducted with COVID and virtual learning, rapid degree obtaining is not far-fetched. There are many studies and arguments around the subject laced with good points and ideas such as: three and done. Three years in and then we are out, that sounds like a plan! Arguments concerning this will be made and I will do what I can to make my voice and point-of-view known/heard. Nonetheless, the University of Memphis has its disadvantages, as every school does; and it also has its advantages. Thank you to the Deans, Faculty, Staff, Professors and Students for making The University a wonderful (still advancing) place to study!
    Read 269 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 223 Total Schools
    • 113,198 Students
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  28. Cobb County Schools

    • School District
    • MARIETTA, GA
    • 465 reviews

    Senior: Takes very strong precautions for safety measures with the corona virus and online school. With CTLS, cobb county schools really took a lot of time and effort to ensure that the website works smoothly and properly for each and every student. They are very good at taking advice and suggestions for CTLS issues, and turning them into solutions. Academically, Cobb provides an abundance of resources for virtual tutoring, one on one lessons with teachers via Zoom, college essay workshops, college scholarship opportunities, and more to come. Athletically, Cobb allows athletes to compete safely with mask recommendation and promotion of social distancing, as well as sanitization. With extracurriculars, Cobb has done a great job of keeping volunteer events virtual and to a minimum of in person (but with excellent mandations of masks and social distancing). Overall, Cobb has been handling the corona virus situation excellently.
    Read 465 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 111 Total Schools
    • 112,097 Students
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  29. Northside Independent School District (San Antonio)

    • School District
    • SAN ANTONIO, TX
    • 849 reviews

    Junior: From previous schools I attended, such as in Florida, Germany, etc, my most memorable school district was with Northside Independent School District because not only are your classmates worthwhile, the staff are excellent. I have made real connections with all my teachers and are very helpful. Unlike some teachers, these teachers from Northside actually know their information and are helping those that need help. I am very grateful to be a part of this school district and couldn't ask for a better one. I have made wonderful friends from Middle School that I still am in contact with today. I also keep up with my favorite teachers as well. Northside has many volunteer opportunities that I always take a chance to jump on that opportunity. This District is excellent with the schools, nice people, great staff, and most importantly, great work environment!
    Read 849 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 121 Total Schools
    • 107,817 Students
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    Episcopal High School

    • Private School
    • ALEXANDRIA, VA
    • 9-12
    • 43 reviews

    Alum: The Episcopal High School experience changed the entire trajectory of my life. The institution boasts first-rate facilities, a rigorous academic curriculum, world-class social immersion, dedicated character development programming, highly competitive athletic opportunities, and diverse/global perspectives. I owe my service-oriented mindset and much of my success as a professional to the four years I spent as a boarding student in this experiential incubator. To this day, the bond with my EHS classmates is stronger than my connection with college classmates. Moreover, the EHS Alumni Community has selflessly aided me in invaluable ways, from mentoring me through a career-switch to advocacy during a challenging medical issue. Episcopal has given me more than I can possibly repay over the course of my lifetime. I'm proud of my association with the institution and will always seek opportunities to further the EHS mission and assist members of the EHS Community.
    -Matt Hurley (2008 Grad)
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 440 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    George Washington University Online High School

    • Online School
    • ASHBURN, VA
    • 8-12
    • 24 reviews

    Senior: I have been attending GWUOHS since 7th grade. I am now in 12th, so that's 6 whole years with them! Personally, I'm someone who likes to be challenged, so I have loved the rigorous education system that they've provided throughout the years. I also like having the freedom to go to school without the need to leave the house (of course, that's the situation for the majority of us now during this pandemic). Nevertheless, I appreciate having a much more flexible schedule due to this school's platform.

    I've had a slight issue with this school, however. I would recommend that GWUOHS provides better counseling from advisors regarding courses. I was unaware that the courses I was taking had caused me to advance by 1 year ahead of the other students who were in my same grade. I didn't learn until last year that I was required to return for my senior year for only 2 electives and my final Journeys Symposium class in order to fulfill the missing credits I needed in order to graduate.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 147 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Bullis School

    • Private School
    • POTOMAC, MD
    • K-12
    • 103 reviews

    Works Here: Bullis is amazing! I am so impressed with the curriculum. Teachers challenge students academically, yet they incorporate a joyful hands-on learning experience. The enriching opportunities are endless in academics, arts, athletics, and service, which provides a well-rounded education and cultivates respect for others, confidence, and the joy of discovery. Faculty, students, and parents are incredibly welcoming and friendly. I grew up in the DC area and assumed a different experience. However, the modern-day folklore that lingers — nothing could be further from the truth! Everyone I've met is genuinely kind, caring, and helpful. I am thrilled to be a part of the Bullis community.
    Read 103 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 828 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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