2023 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in Worcester County

• Ashburnham, MA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.52 out of 5  106 reviews

Parent: Our daughter graduated in 2022 from Cushing, transferring in after her Sophomore year at another solid prep school.She reclassed because she knew she would love Cushing and simply wanted to spend three years there, not just two. She drove the decision to transfer and did all the research, identifying two strong boarding schools. She wanted to board. Early on, we decided to focus on Cushing. In hindsight, it was the best decision we could have made. We found Cushing to be a very welcoming, caring community. Academics are rigorous as you want. Plenty of AP courses offered as well as advanced courses. Engineering was one of her favorite classes and helped her decide that a STEM career is what she wanted to pursue in college. Visual Arts programs offered are amazing. She enjoyed glass making, creating a few treasured gifts. She sang and did theater; Performing Arts also excellent. Athletics programs are strong. Excellent coaches. There are athletic opportunities for every student.... Read 106 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 380

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Worcester, MA•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  73 reviews

Parent: I want to add my support as the parent of two recent Bancroft graduates. As much as it was clear while my kids were still there that Bancroft was a great school (both in terms of academic strength and in terms of inspiring, caring teachers), I didn't really understand how great it was until they started college. Both of them went on to highly selective colleges (one of them with a $100K merit scholarship), and when they got to college, they just excelled. Something about the Bancroft approach to inquiry and curiosity, writing, public speaking, and self-advocacy was the perfect alchemy for college success. They were both much better prepared than their college classmates, and both ended up being a go-to resource for college friends who weren't as strong at thinking independently, writing, and participating in a college community. Under its new leadership, I am even more excited for this School. What a gem!... Read 73 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 394

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1

• Worcester, MA•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  140 reviews

Senior: Worcester Academy is a private preparatory school in the heart of Worcester. It boasts a beautiful campus and tons of well kept facilities. Overall, it stands out from other prep schools because it has an urban environment. One discrediting factor is the food, most of the meals are subpar at best. They have options for people with allergies and other dietary restrictions, but they aren’t very good. Overall the food in general is not that good.... Read 140 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 590

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Westborough Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  226 reviews

Senior: Being a student at Westborough Highschool was a good experience, but I just know if I were to put myself out there more it would’ve been even better. I regret not doing a sport or joining any clubs, I regret not going to as many school events as I wanted, I regret wasting my highschool years playing video games and scrolling on social media. So next year in college I definitely want to do things I never had the courage to do in highschool, joining a club, possibly a sport and going to as many college events as possible. I also had good relationships with my teachers, they were all for the most part kind and understanding, and I will of course miss them all as I graduate this year!... Read 226 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,182

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Winchendon, MA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.11 out of 5  82 reviews

Senior: I have loved my high school years at the Winchendon school. The education was phenomenal and the opportunities I had are like no other school. I took part in different colabs which involved living as a homeless person, recycling wood from the forest into furniture pieces, up cycling clothes to trendy styles and traveling to Georgia to work in a non profit. I feel if I was in a public high school I wouldn’t have had these opportunities. It really changed my outlook and my passion. I would highly recommend the Winchendon school to anyone who is looking to get more than just a standard education!... Read 82 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 285

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Harvard Public Schools, MA•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 3.96 out of 5  72 reviews

Alum: I loved the people, and the education itself was incredible. I was challenged and supported academically in order to better succeed in college. I loved the teachers, and their willingness to help you in any way they could really was apparent. As an alumni now, I am proud to say that I went to such a well rounded school, and their initiatives to promote diversity and empowerment really added to my takeaways, and experience as a whole. One thing that I did not love about Bromfield was that it was often strict and biased on expectations. For example, we had a dress code that was often only directed towards female students. Additionally, if you were a star student or athlete, you were often exempt from punishment or rules, or had a slap on the wrist, whereas for anyone else, the consequences would have been much greater. All in all, this is a very minor issue in comparison to the many positive aspects of the school. They strive for greatness, and they give us the opportunities to do so.... Read 72 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 593

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Shrewsbury Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  407 reviews

Junior: Attending Shrewsbury High School is not a unique experience, it's a means to an end. Like any other school, it has strengths and weaknesses. Some teachers are amazing, some classes are constantly engaging; some teachers probably should've considered a different profession, and some classes make it a struggle not to fall asleep. Our school is very academically focused and mainly directs attention towards gifted students rather than those who need help. The environment of the students can be very toxic due to the general pressure to pursue a stem related field. Pursuing the arts or humanities is generally not supported. The school mainly directs its money towards sports, leaving most other clubs poorly organized and less popular. The town of Shrewsbury is generally well off, which contributes to pressure of students to go to prestigious colleges and be successful monetary wise. The student population is diverse, but doesn't address it, and the staff is not diverse at all.... Read 407 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,873

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Northborough, MA•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  243 reviews

Senior: Overall, my experience at Algonquin Regional High School was very good. The majority of teachers and faculty members were extremely helpful and pleasant to work with over my years at the school. Whether it was an academic or personal issue, I always felt that there was a teacher or guidance counselor that I could reach out to for support. I also recognized the commitment to academics at Algonquin and the variety of specialized courses offered prepares students for what they want to focus on in college. Although Algonquin has put effort into this issue, there is definitely more that can be done to promote inclusivity and kindness within the school.... Read 243 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,355

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Shrewsbury, MA•

• Private School•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.39 out of 5  125 reviews

Alum: I graduated in 2021, and I am able to confidently convey that Saint Johns was both the best choice of High School for me, but also the single most important 4 years of my youth for my academic and moral development as a young man. Saint Johns transformed me from a young kid with little direction into a young man focused on personal development attending one of the best Universities in the world. Not only was every faculty member and teacher entirely committed to growing my academic potential, but also to ensuring every student has pathways to better understand their place in the world around them and navigate personal questions of purpose that are so essential to a high schoolers development. Not only that, but through the plethora of extracurricular and athletic opportunities, I found fulfillment in friendships, passions, and the fields of study in which I wish to dedicate my professional life. SJ is the ideal setting for growing young men, and I would do in again in any lifetime.... Read 125 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 939

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Nashoba Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.77 out of 5  170 reviews

Junior: The teachers and staff at Nashoba are absolutely top-tier; I've been lucky enough to have multiple teachers I feel safe confiding in and the school is flexible around students' individualized needs and mental health. Academics taught at every level are engaging and challenging, and I feel the curriculum is extremely successful in preparing students for exams and college applications. Although it still has a ways to go, I believe the Nashoba community is putting a commendable effort into becoming a more welcoming environment for diversity; for example, I was happy to see gender-neutral bathrooms introduced last year. Overall, I love this school and I'm very grateful to have this environment and these resources for my high school experience.... Read 170 reviews

• grade A

• Students 920

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Mendon-Upton Regional School District, MA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  109 reviews

Senior: Attending Nipmuc is something I am truly grateful for. I have had the pleasure of interacting with many great teachers, students, and faculty, throughout my tenure. Although I, like any High School student, am still quick to point out Nipmuc’s shortcomings, I am extremely lucky to have attended this school. Any parent deciding whether or not to send their child to Nipmuc, I strongly encourage you do so. Not only are the teachers extremely involved and talented, many of the opportunities Nipmuc offers are above its peers. Whether that be through its class selection, with Nipmuc offering many APs, it’s barrage unique clubs, or excellent student culture, it is an excellent High School. Thanks again Nipmuc. - Graduating Senior ‘22... Read 109 reviews

• grade A

• Students 637

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Tantasqua Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.06 out of 5  101 reviews

Parent: I had a good experience at Tantasqua Regional High School. I think the education is very important to them and is very important to me. The staff are nice. Guidance department was also very helpful when students needed help. The sports are amazing. The coaches are great. There are many things you can get involved in from sports, clubs and activites. There is always something to do there! Although It's not that diverse, so if I had one thing to change. In all honesty, I defiantly would change the diversity.... Read 101 reviews

• grade A

• Students 687

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Whitinsville, MA•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.06 out of 5  49 reviews

Parent: Whitinsville Christian School is not just a school, it's a family. One of my girls has attended K-2 and the other just completed K. They feel loved by all the staff every day they walk in the building, which even includes staff at the front desk and teachers they haven't even had yet! As a parent, I feel like the staff care about me as well. Everyone is always so welcoming. We've built relationships and my children are excited to go back to school in August. They miss their friends and teachers. The other night, my youngest prayed that she could hug her teacher again. I contacted her teacher and she met up with us just so she could get that hug! WCS is not just a school, it's an extension of your family. The academic aspect of the school has put both my girls beyond many of their peers who attend other schools. I could not imagine a better school than WCS.... Read 49 reviews

• grade A

• Students 649

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Worcester, MA•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 3.42 out of 5  151 reviews

Sophomore: I'm currently attending and honestly, it's a great school. Not entirely diverse, but there is a lot of diversity. The education is good, helps students who need help and accommodates students that are ahead of their grade level. There are plenty of clubs, multiple instrumental, choral, sports, creative, etc. Guidance and nurse are both amazing, they are willing to work with each student to help them get through the day well. The new staff this year are absolutely amazing- a huge step-up from last year. They genuinely care. The freedom that students get: eating outside for lunch, free periods, no uniform, is a perfect level, not too much, but enough to be comfortable. Also, the way they've handled COVID-19 is incredible. Webcams, headsets, in classrooms, optional online learning, masks, 6 feet apart signs, hand sanitizer, etc, they've done everything we could ask for. Not any bullying or bad drama from what I've experienced so far.... Read 151 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 197

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Sutton Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  43 reviews

Senior: I have been a student in the Sutton Public School district since pre-school. The school atmostphere is very inviting, filled with activities and events. The teachers have been very nurturing and want the students to suceed. I am proud to say that I will be a graduate of Sutton High School.... Read 43 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 367

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Upton, MA•

• Public School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.32 out of 5  381 reviews

Senior: Blackstone Valley Tech offered me a fresh start with a phenomenal curriculum and teachers who made classes enjoyable. Attending a vocational school that is able to combine both experience and education has become something I am deeply grateful for. It's always a pleasure to listening to faculty and teachers as they are lively and teach to the fullest extent of their ability. I have been in situations where I felt as if I was falling behind in challenging courses and found myself receiving guidance from every teacher. Something I would like to see changed would be for the faculty to integrate ethnic cultures and backgrounds into the school environment. Having experience in my school's multicultural club, I discussed my opinion of wanting the school to "make known" of celebrations and holidays by decorating or including said celebrations on their calendars so students feel further welcomed. Aside from this, BVT has been a phenomenal school that I am proud to say I will graduate from.... Read 381 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,231

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Hopedale Public Schools, MA•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 3.78 out of 5  58 reviews

Alum: My whole family since my grandparents generation has graduated from this school. The teachers and administration are a bit outdated but they’re trying their best to come into the new age of technology. it’s an incredibly safe and caring environment, I’ve never been more grateful for the adults in my life than with my guidance counselor here.... Read 58 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 486

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Worcester, MA•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.27 out of 5  11 reviews

Senior: Saint Paul has so much to offer. There are many AP and honors courses offered for students who want a challenge. There is also a partnership with Assumption College to take classes. There are many sports teams, clubs and an excellent music and theatre department. Saint Paul has a very diverse student population!... Read 11 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 426

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Wachusett Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.78 out of 5  379 reviews

Senior: I love attending Wachusett! With such a large student body and students from five different towns, the opportunities to make new friends are endless! Not only is the social scene at Wachusett positive and comforting but the education is great as well! Every teacher is held to a high standard and pushes all the students to be the best they can be. Wachusett has helped me grow as a student, and person, in multiple ways. The only thing I would change would be to create a new turf field to accommodate all the athletes in our competitive programs.... Read 379 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 2,003

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Lunenburg Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.45 out of 5  85 reviews

Senior: Looking for a tightly-knit, welcoming, college-preparatory school for your teen? Look no further than Lunenburg High School. Having transferred to the district as a young fourth-grader, I had the privilege of growing up alongside amazing classmates --among which I've made my closest friends-- and of being instructed by the most encouraging teachers around for years. Thanks to the faculty at LHS, I have become a disciplined, educated, and courageous young adult with a passion for learning and giving back to my community. I proudly rate my experience at LHS 5 stars, confident that you'll have as great a time as myself.... Read 85 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 474

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Berlin-Boylston Regional School District, MA•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  91 reviews

Alum: I had a very pleasant, engaging experience at Tahanto. It is small enough that each student gets ample attention, but not so small that it felt crammed. I loved each year that I attended. I also received a lot of financial assistance from my school and admin which helped me continue my education; This was not super common as many of my peers did not experience financial hardship in the same way I did but my teachers and superiors never made me feel ashamed for receiving help. The one thing I would change is the lack of diversity. I went to school with less than 10 non-white students in all 4 years. There were probably less than 5 black students in the school at the time I attended. I would like to see the school diversified a bit. Otherwise, Tahanto is a GREAT school.... Read 91 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 556

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Grafton Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.72 out of 5  90 reviews

Senior: Over my four years at Grafton High School, I would describe my overall experience to be a positive one. The majority of teachers are well equipped for the tools needed for college readiness and student success. I have found this particularly in the science and technology departments. The building is nice and well facilitated. There could be some more parent and town involvement but overall Grafton High School is a good school.... Read 90 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 875

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Fitchburg, MA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.86 out of 5  21 reviews

Alum: I loved this school so much. I was a transfer as a junior and I didn't know who to talk to. Teachers and students at the school welcomed me with open arms and I became very comfortable and formed great friendship. Not to mention that our football team is the best!... Read 21 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 184

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Worcester Public Schools, MA•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.23 out of 5  30 reviews

Middle School Student: I am currently a student there. I've been here for 2 years and both of them have been amazing. The teachers are so understanding. They make sure to build a very good bond with you! Since it is small, you're able to communicate and know everyone very well. That is one thing I love about it.... Read 30 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 233

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Milford Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.71 out of 5  132 reviews

Senior: My time at MHS was very good. I made a lot of friends, as there are many different friend groups assuring everyone can find one they fit into. I made a lot of relationships with teachers that I will definitely keep in touch with after I graduate, as they really helped me become the person I am today. My overall experience was very good I played many different sports throughout my four years; golf, basketball, lacrosse. I attended countless dances and sports games and made many memories! My time at MHS will definitely be remembered.... Read 132 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,257

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1