2024 Most Diverse Public High Schools in America

• Anchorage School District, AK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  352 reviews

Senior: My experience at East High School has been academically challenging, but in a good way. The classwork and teachers test students knowledge like no other. However, what I'd like to see a change in are the amount of opportunities we get as students to just be kids. Academics are important, but it should not overpower the importance of ones sense of self. It's hard to lose that, which I have in my sophomore and part of my junior year.... Read 352 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Students 1,758

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Anchorage School District, AK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  250 reviews

Alum: I very much enjoyed my time at Bartlett. I started here as a freshman in 2019 but my year was cut short by the Covid-19 pandemic. I did my last quarter of freshman year and my first 3 quarters of sophomore year online before I was sent back to school. During my time online I feel that my teachers did very well with providing me a good education through a computer. Although I do feel that I could have understood concepts better if I would have been in person, I still graduated with honors in the top 10% of my class. Overall, I feel that sometimes Bartlett gets a bad word, but I truly enjoyed my time at this school.... Read 250 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Students 1,409

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Anchorage School District, AK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  328 reviews

Senior: West High School is one of the most diverse high schools in country and its real mix of lower and higher income students, which is an excellence environment for learning from others who do not have your same experiences. The teachers are kind and always care not only about your academic performance but also your well-being. The school has its issues with low budgets and a building that's a mishmash of new and old construction, meaning that maintenance and repairs are a constant. Despite these issues, the west high community is one I'm proud to be a part of. Go eagles!... Read 328 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 1,784

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Hawaii Department of Education, HI•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  574 reviews

Senior: Leilehua High School provides an atmosphere that gives students the opportunities and experiences they need to take that next step in life. One of the best parts about attending Leilehua is the school pride that we have for our sports. It feels empowering to attend a football, basketball, or even a volleyball game and see the student section filled with loud cheering, laughter, green, and gold. The school also has staff members that help students prepare for college or other plans for after high school. I found this support really helpful especially starting my senior year very soon. Another experience that I've enjoyed is creating many friends throughout our soccer season. Being able to become friends and hangout with teammates outside of school made me feel like I belonged. One of the worst parts would be that students don't always get along and there tends to be fights every now and then. A change I would like to see is students being more appreciative of their teachers and staff.... Read 574 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 1,591

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Natomas Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  471 reviews

Sophomore: Inderkum has it’s ups and downs, but my experience has been generally positive. It offers a wide variety of programs, including CECA and IB, which allows a lot of different students to have access to the academic pathway that fit them. The campus culture is diverse and there are a wide variety of clubs and sports that you can join. The student section at the football games was one of the highlights of my year, and I’ve enjoyed having plenty of opportunities to connect with my peers throughout the year. However, I would like to see less busywork within the IB program in particular. I feel like there’s an overwhelming emphasis on academic rigor without much consideration for the commitments that students have outside of school. The number of people at the school can be a little daunting as well, but once you get accustomed to the environment, it’s generally easy to make friends and excel in your academics.... Read 471 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 2,347

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Central Dauphin School District, PA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  299 reviews

Alum: Central Dauphin East High School is a very diverse school consisting of many ethnicities from all around the globe. It can be said that it is a 'honeypot' of nationalities as well! The teachers were all kind towards their students and, of course, their peers as well.... Read 299 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Students 1,539

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Kentwood Public Schools, MI•

• 10-12

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  621 reviews

Junior: I start attending East Kentwood High School in August 2020, due to the worldwide pandemic that was going on I started my freshman year online. I had a lot of new experiences with how teachers are always making we had a time to get through the pandemic safely with our families and friends and manage staying on tasks with school works at the same time. My first time on the campus was August 2021, as a Sophomore, I meet with all the teachers and classmates and it was so exciting that within those moments I had forgotten what was going on in the world. East Kentwood High School or EK is the best school I have ever attended in my school days, that is saying a lot, because my elementary years I had a blast. The Faculties at EK lookout for all the students and they makes EK a safe place for everyone within and outside of its walls. Overall I love my time at East Kentwood High School, I would not trade it. I can not wait to graduate and officially be “Falcon class of 2024”!... Read 621 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,916

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Buffalo Public Schools, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  243 reviews

Junior: It is a great school for those interested in the Engineering Fields of Mechanical/Architectural, Biomedical, Electrical, and Computer. They have a wide range and variety of AP courses and the teachers are great too!... Read 243 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 1,184

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Northeast Metro Intermediate School District, MN•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• grade A+

• Students 119

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Chugach School District, AK•

• PK, K-12

• grade unavailable

• grade A+

• Students 58

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, TX•

• 10-12

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  760 reviews

Junior: If we're talking about the school in terms of teachers and their teaching abilities, it's a really nice school. Majority of the teachers here care about whether or not their students excel. The campus is also really nice, it's very open and gives you the "college" feel. This school also provides a lot of opportunities, last year I went to South Korea for a study abroad program, I even got a scholarship to go! I probably wouldn't have even known about the program if my teachers and administrators weren't constantly saying something about it. I'd say the only thing wrong with the school are the people that are constantly getting in trouble, other than that it's a wonderful place to be!... Read 760 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 2,643

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Tacoma School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  251 reviews

Junior: I love how diverse and welcoming the school is! There’s multiple sports, clubs, classes and community centers that are involved within the school and gives you opportunities to learn and collaborate with others. One thing I would definitely change about the administration and staff is that they don’t announce the opportunities the school is offering for the careers we are studying for.... Read 251 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A+

• Students 1,376

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Federal Way Public Schools, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  336 reviews

Senior: This is a very nice school that offers such amazing opportunities such as, running start, full IB classes, and PSSC. These are pathways for juniors and seniors to decide on and they allow students to choose what kind of education suits them for the future. My school has amazing teachers who are always willing to help students. Great community overall!... Read 336 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Students 1,642

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Township High School District No. 211, IL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  466 reviews

Alum: My high school experience was great. It was definitely different throughout the pandemic, but I thought that they managed the whole thing very efficiently and thought they were organized, or at least tried to be organized in the matter of scheduling class and breaks in between. When talking about high school experience in person I would say that it is definitely very diverse and you can talk to people really easily and are always encouraged to join new sport or activities. You can always reach out to teachers for extra help and they will be willing to help you out and want to see you succeed. Staff for the most part is friendly as well!... Read 466 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 2,013

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• North Kansas City School District, MO•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  312 reviews

Senior: North Kansas City High School has been a rollercoaster ride. I transferred to this school my sophomore year. Everyone is very welcoming and kind to new kids. This school is very unique, diverse, and bright. It has its bad moments though. We had about nine lockdowns just last year. It definitely took a toll on a lot of the students. I would like to see more metal health resources at Northtown. There are kids here that deal with depression and anxiety, me included, who feel like they don't have a safe space to go to when an issue arises. I believe that having more teachers and staff understand the importance of mental health and the resources that children need, would benefit this school greatly.... Read 312 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Students 1,568

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Federal Way Public Schools, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.42 out of 5  269 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed my years at Todd Beamer High School. I had many favorite teachers and felt the academics were challenging but manageable. I was involved in the arts, the drama club, orchestra and the musical theater class. If I had the option to change one thing it would be funding for the arts!... Read 269 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Students 1,316

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Parkrose School District, OR•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.54 out of 5  210 reviews

Alum: I think that the best part of being a student a park rose was the connections you make with other students and teachers, the teachers at park rose truly wanted the best interest for their students and always wanted to make deep connections. Worst part of my experience at Parkrose, I would say is the learning part. Some classes felt like filler periods where I would do assignments that did not give me better understanding of the units. Overall I think that Park rose is an academically okay school but the friendships and experience you make counterbalance it.... Read 210 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Students 981

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Dublin Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• grade A+

• Students 49

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Elk Grove Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  499 reviews

Alum: While I had qualms with the administration, they are out of the way enough that it is not commonly an issue. With the teachers I had, at worse they were mediocre, but the large majority of them were fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, empathetic and passionate. My math and Physics teachers were a large reason why I have been successful, and the students would constantly praise them for making the class better. The teachers worked hard to improve the school, which has an undeserved bad reputation. The clubs were amazing, in my tenure at the school, I saw academic clubs form and have huge academic success, winning math and science competitions that other schools had dominated for a decade. The schools' diversity split is unbelievable, one of the highest in the US. The cultural, and social clubs had a huge reach, the Christian club giving speeches to hundreds of students every month. And in my time I saw the rise in student acceptances to prestigious institutions skyrocket!... Read 499 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 2,210

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Keller Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  561 reviews

Freshman: Overall, the school is really great! The diverse atmosphere of the school adds a sense of belonging, and it feels like we’re all one big family. The teachers really do care about their students, and they want them to be as successful as they can possibly be. As I’m writing this, we are amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and Ridge has fought through it amazingly. Although implementing safety protocols and social distancing rules has put a barrier on having a “normal” school year, the teachers still care just as much, if not more for their students. I believe Fossil Ridge is a great school, and it truly is better at the Ridge!... Read 561 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 2,380

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Clark County School District, NV•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.72 out of 5  449 reviews

Junior: Spring Valley High School has been pretty good for me so far! My teachers have been very helpful and nice, though of course, there are certainly teachers here that are not good to say the least. But, overall, I'd say it is a really good school. We have plenty of APs and we have an IB program. We have a large variety of electives that are pretty good. I can definitely vouch for the art classes we have here, though other electives vary on how well they are. It also does not seem to have a harsh competitive environment, but students all over are definitely motivated to do well. Teachers care a lot and yeah. It's good here. There is a BIG variety on clubs and activities and many are very active.... Read 449 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Students 2,584

• Student-teacher ratio 28:1

• Hawaii Department of Education, HI•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.98 out of 5  305 reviews

Parent: BEST SCHOOL EVER! Their standards excel for a public school. Many sports, activities, events, and they're a college preparatory school that offers many college courses to aid your child in preparing for their goals after graduation.... Read 305 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,266

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Portland Public Schools, OR•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.74 out of 5  229 reviews

Junior: At this school, the environment more than often tends to be friendly. I have had more positive experiences than bad ones. The students are encouraging, friendly, hardworking, compassionate, supportive, and respectful. At McDaniel, the teachers and staff show their best interest toward the students. from checking in one-on-one with kids if they've been absent to make sure that everything is okay in our lives, understanding the stressors of high school and getting ready for college, and offering a helping hand, as well as pushing each student to be their best self in their academic and personal life. From my freshman year to now (currently a junior) I have been enrolled in a CTE biomedical pathway course. This pathway is one of the best at our school, with supportive staff, hands-on material, and the proper preparations for students to advance into healthcare.... Read 229 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Students 1,377

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Kent School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  380 reviews

Alum: The teachers, staff and students were all extremely welcoming. With high diversity, comes a great environment where empathy is something that can be found wherever you look. I'm glad I attended this school, rather than any other school. The funding for this school was quite low when I went there, but there was many fundraising and community efforts that I can't fault it for what the district decided it's budget is. Everyone who works/worked there deserved a pay raise. Though many of the programs such as sports, music and arts may be lacking due to the aforementioned lack of funds, the experiences made there were priceless to me. Working hard can get you anywhere, such as myself going to UW Seattle, no matter what the reputation of this school is. I recommend the KMTA (if it's still around), and IB; the teachers who teach those programs create one of the best communities in the school, especially the KMTA. Band was fun, and many memories were made in sports as well.... Read 380 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Students 2,075

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Brooklyn Park, MN•

• Public School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.54 out of 5  13 reviews

Parent: My child started the school year very shut down, anxious, and overwhelmed due to IEP needs being unmet in traditional public school. They had missed 45% of the previous school year as a result. The staff is welcoming, supportive, and able to tailor education to the child's specific needs rather than apply a cookie-cutter approach. This wholistic approach resulted in my child looking forward to school, missing very few days, and actually improving grades and comprehension.... Read 13 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 62

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1