Explore the safest school districts serving your area. Ranking based on student and parent ratings of health and safety, area crime rates, and rates for expulsion, suspension, and school related arrests. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.
Parent: The school district defines excellence in public education. From the administration to the teachers to the paraprofessionals, every individual associated with this school has exceeded my expectations as a parent. The district has a positive energy to it that I have not seen anyplace else. I could not be happier to be sending my children to Radnor schools!Read 11 Reviews
Alum: This school and its staff will always have a special place in my heart. I am glad me and my siblings all had such a wonderful experience here.Read 1 Review
Senior: I really enjoyed the focus on academics at Fairview. The administration and faculty push heavily for every student to succeed. Teachers are very good on the whole, and sports teams bring many students together. One problem with Fairview is trying to be a perfect school. At times, there is an overabundance of pushing students into STEM fields with little mention for other career paths. On the whole, Fairview is an excellent district, graduating students that have the capacity to be successful in whatever they choose to do.Read 17 Reviews
Senior: While the academics are excellent, the school culture and diversity could be improved. The school refuses to renovate the already existing rifle range and instead spent millions on tearing down half of the school and renovating the other half. Taxes have been raised because of this, and they were high to begin with. I understand that tax dollars allow for the achievement of good results we receive on many tests, but the money should be used more wisely.Read 21 Reviews
Junior: It's a great, safe place for kids to grow and learn. Everyone's really friendly and the schools are very demanding of their students, resulting in great preparation for college!Read 11 Reviews
Alum: D128's rigorous academics prepared me well for my college career (engineering at UIUC). My classes were challenging and competitive. I was able to take 10 AP classses and take 11 AP tests. In addition to nationally ranked academics, there were a number of interesting extracurricular opportunities. I attended Vernon Hills High School, and the small size allowed me to take a number of leadership positions which really helped my development. I also enjoyed being a part of sports teams. The staff is generally very compassionate and kind. It is obvious why d128 continues to place in the top 20 schools of the state year after year. However, there were a lot of days and weeks where I felt overwhelmed. There were many days that I didn't feel like I was anything more than my test scores. D128 should have better mental health care because of the pressure most students are under.Read 12 Reviews
Parent: Best school district in USA! Our first priority always has been and always will be education. We were in New Jersey best school districts (Princeton, Milburn) for few years. But we simply love Jericho public schools. Far better than NJ public schools based on our experience. Great opportunities for extra curriculum activities, sports, music. Great teachers!Read 9 Reviews
Senior: South Range High School is an excellent school for many reasons. It is highly academic and gets you the knowledge you need to face the world and attend College. I have made many friends at this school as I have found the kids are very understanding and accepting of one another. There is not a lot of drugs, or bullying. People rally around each other if they are having difficulties. I believe it is the culture because you can tell who has been there and who is new coming in due to their attitudes. I am SO grateful to have had the opportunity to go to this school. The teachers, and I mean all of them, are very helpful and give of themselves to help you. They take their own, personal time, lunch or after school to help you to achieve the grade you trying for and to truly understand the material. I am Thankful.Read 12 Reviews
Alum: As an Alum that attended Buford City Schools from kindergarten through graduation, I can honestly say that my schooling experience was irreplaceable. The culture of BufoRD is something that is deeply ingrained in each of their students. The teachers genuinely care, and do not merely teach to meet standards. I can also attest to the options provided in all aspects of participation. Almost every single person I graduated with was heavily involved in at least one (usually multiple) activities aside from curriculum. Buford molds individuals in to who they are meant to be. Shout out to Dr. Bitterman for being the most caring and dedicated principal a person could dream of. The most bittersweet part of my experience has been watching how successful my classmates and I have been post graduation. If you haven't noticed by now, I am one thankful and PROUD alum. I end this raving review with one last cliche: Triple A Excellence forever!Read 25 Reviews
Alum: All of the teachers throughout the district are very dedicated to their students and help them to succeed in every way possible. They are willing to stay after hours or even to come in early. The school district welcomes all types of people with open arms. There are always opportunities available and if there are not, then the faculty will help you make whatever you want happen.Read 6 Reviews
Junior: Predominately white student pool, but growing diversity (more Asians flowing in). Most teachers are good at teaching, and students are smart. Plenty of extra-curricular activities are available, and you get to meet with teachers in these activities. Makes it super easy to get them to write a good college recommendation letter.Read 4 Reviews
Parent: The resources, facilities and faculty are consistently top notch across the board. The curriculum is challenging yet creative. Students are not only taught facts and methods necessary to thrive in college; the administration and faculty ensure students have every opportunity to embrace their passions, maximize their ability to use logic and reason, be objective & open minded and to reject apathy and bigotry. They are taught the requisite skills to succeed at college and beyond - to be responsible, thoughtful, well rounded, driven, rational and productive adults. As a parent, I'm excited for my children's future more than ever since we moved to South Fayette.Read 21 Reviews
Senior: At first I went to Central and I LOVED it! ALL of the staff was incredible. They always strived to make sure you succeeded. Not only were they there to mentor and teach me, but I also formed relationships with my teachers that most schools don't have. However, when LWN closed down due to district debt, I ended up attending LWW. Now I can only speak for myself but I can strongly say that LWW was not nearly as good as LWC. ALL of the sports are very politically driven in terms of who gets playing time, who makes the team, etc. In addition to politically formed sports teams, the staff also did not measure up to LWC's standards. As far as I know, very few students, if any, had any relationship with any of their teachers. This was a very heartbreaking experience for me. Not necessarily speaking about all the teachers, just simply the majority didn't really care how well you did. They obviously wanted everyone to succeed but there was definitely a lack of enthusiasm along the wayRead 72 Reviews
Junior: Highland Park High School is one of the few schools that feels and treats you like a private school while still public. We are EXTREMELY inclusive and although we love sports, all activities are greatly acknowledged and allreciated by all. Teacher typically try to work with you and it's very easy to find a place where you fit in!Read 15 Reviews
Senior: I like that Vanguard Academy was a safe, highly competitive high school. I would like them to expand in the field of sports among others, though this is already in the works. Other than sports, the school could benefit from having more AP course options or by branching out to UTRGV as they have with STC. The school broadened its cafeteria plan by allowing for a choice of salads on Wednesdays, which was a nice touch. The school is moving in a more positive direction in that they have more options, but a worse one in that the security has deteriorated.Read 25 Reviews
Senior: I think Duxbury prepares their students very well for their life beyond high school. The academic environment is challenging and competitive, just like college. The school has also integrated technology very well, as every student from 8-12 grade has their own MacBook Air laptop, that they take to and from every day. Most of our assignments are done and submitted online, which makes being organized an easier task. The one challenge for me was the pressure of being in such a good school system. I was an average student, and always felt pressure from the others around me doing so much better, and the pressure led to anxiety. Although, in the long run, it has taught me how to deal with challenging work and stress management.Read 7 Reviews
Parent: The absolute best schools. Love living here! My son an daughter go to Bethany Elementary and will be soon be switching over to the new Hansen Elementary being built. Couldn't be more excited!Read 6 Reviews
Alum: Loved my high school! I felt very prepared when I started college. The teachers and staff were always so kind and helpful, especially the guidance department. My guidance counselor went out of her way to accommodate my academic needs throughout my four years there. A huge part of West Essex was the clubs and of course sports; which is always essential to a college application. I am thankful to have gotten a high school education at West Essex.Read 11 Reviews
Senior: Pompton Lakes High School has great academics and resources however lacks some of the programs that prepare students in surrounding areas to further their education. The faculty is completely devoted to helping the students and genuinely care for their well-being, the diversity at PLHS is slightly skewed due to its location but I consider myself better educated after my semester spent in Sociology class. Pompton Lakes High School brings a level of pride and tradition, when I call myself a cardinal I am proud and would not rather be at any other institution.Read 9 Reviews
Senior: Dekalb County Eastern Community School District has an excellent learning environment for its students. Teachers and educators are hands-on with students, providing them with the best education they possibly canRead 2 Reviews
Parent: Just right - not too small. Not too big. Great mix of families who send all - best and brightest to special needs. Every opportinity is afforded to AP / Honors students. Guidance for all students is excellent. Arts, music, sports - real world. If you come to Rye Neck, you stay in Rye Neck!Read 10 Reviews
Senior: When I was a freshman, my Assistant Principal told us in an assembly that NVD would become our home away from home. He could not have been more correct! I love my school, and have thrived here. Because of NVD, the teachers, administrators, coaches and students, I truly will be ready for college this fall. I have experienced not only the best, but adversity as well. NVD taught me to overcome the adversity, and build on the best moments. As a young woman in today's society, I am not afraid, I know that I can do anything, and am ready for the next step in my life.Read 10 Reviews
Alum: My time at MHS was great! I loved singing in the choir and my relationships with my teachers. In addition, I took some IB courses junior and senior year and was able to earn some college credits. Those courses helped me become a better writer and I felt prepared for the workload and my writing intensive classes!Read 36 Reviews
Senior: I have cherished all of the club opportunities at New Trier. Since sophomore year, I have joined at least four service clubs and as a senior I became apart of the social service board and became a leader of a club I had been going to for three years. There are so many other ways to get involved at my school as well such as being in ELS Club (helping students with special needs) or high five choir. I also played tennis for four years. Our athetlix teams are very competitive but a great way to make friends and have fun. In all New Trier has great extracurriculars that offers something for everyone. The academics are also outstanding! Our teachers are great and make class exciting and interesting everyday. But if I could change one thing, it would be to have a different schedule every other day instead of taking the same classes everyday of the week.Read 27 Reviews
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