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Walnut Hills High School
Cincinnati City School District, OH
7-12
447
1 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Alum: I graduated Walnut Hills High School this past year, on May 24th. It was a very tedious school and although it was very challenging, I appreciate the way the school prepped me for college. I'm very confident in my upcoming freshmen year of college. One thing I did not like though, were the school lunches. They weren't cooked well and obviously didn't taste well either. I could never eat lunch there. But aside from that it's a great school and it will be missed!
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2,778 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Cincinnati Country Day School
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
PK, K-12
58
1 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: This school has been more than I hoped for and my expectations were pretty high coming from an outstanding school. They offer numerous opportunities to get to know other members of the community from a parent standpoint and everyone has been very welcoming. My kids are thrilled and thriving. They love the teachers, and have many avenues in which to participate. They can't wait to get to school! It has easily been the highlight of our move.
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870 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Summit Country Day School
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
PK, K-12
88
2 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: The Summit is tops! We put all three of our boys through the school, and I’m certain that it was the best choice that we/they could have made. The academic preparation was exceptional, and our boys developed close relationships with several faculty members. Their athletic experiences were outstanding as well. Each boy played multiple sports all the way through, and they were blessed to play for great coaches who made character their primary focus. As a launching-off point for college and life, The Summit provided everything we could have hoped for.
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1,019 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Norfolk Academy
Private School
Norfolk, VA
1-12
130
Parent: Norfolk Academy provided an extraordinary educational journey for my two children, fueling their curiosity and inspiring them to explore new avenues that they might not have discovered without the incredible teachers and coaches at this school. My oldest child, who came in sixth grade, now studies engineering at an Ivy League university; he particularly loved the robotics team, as well as soccer, swimming, and crew teams. My youngest child, who is a senior at NA, came in first grade, and she has developed a passion for medicine and health, largely through the school's Global Health Fellows program and the Medical Scholars program.
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1,203 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Xavier High School
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
9-12
138
3 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: We currently have two boys at St. X. At St X it’s cool to be smart! And the boys encourage each other to do better and be the best they can be. There are also numerous opportunities for the boys to get involved, from Top Ranked Sports, Clubs, Community Volunteerism and school involvement. St. X seeks to develop the entire person.
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1,514 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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William Mason High School
Mason City School District, OH
9-12
697
2 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Freshman: Offers many opportunities in activities and options for academics. Has an amazing program where you can become a SIB to welcome freshman and become friends with people at school. Competitive in sports and academics but at the same time fun! Teachers are amazing and know how to incorporate learning into a way that encourages us to focus and doesn't bore us. School spirit is everywhere to be found whenever you turn your head. One thing I hope would be more incorporated is resources. For people new to WMHS it might be hard to find ways around to join clubs, get information about college, academics, volunteer work and how to join sports. Places like main office, counselor, drop offs could also have a way to help students navigate more easier because there is no map of the school. I really hope resources can further be improved. Other than that I love being a Mason Comet and am proud of the things my school offers for students.
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3,529 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Seven Hills School
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
PK, K-12
54
4 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: Seven Hills is an amazing place academically, socially and emotionally. The academic rigor, experiential learning, and study abroad opportunities are outstanding. The collaborative and supportive environment creates life long memories along with deep, engaged, meaningful learning. College counseling is top notch and students experience real academic challenge that prepares them for college!
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998 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Indian Hill High School
Indian Hill Exempted Village School District, OH
9-12
129
3 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Freshman: Indian Hill is an amazing school. The high school’s objective is to help you learn and prepare for college, so all of its activities and classes reflect that. They offer 27 AP courses and are always trying to improve the way they teach. However, the students there can have a bit of a high and mighty attitude. Indian Hill is such a good district because there’s a lot of funding, which means the rich students can bring somewhat of a negative atmosphere. Still, for the most part, the students are wonderful, the staff is friendly, and it’s a great place to go to high school.
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651 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Sycamore High School
Sycamore Community School District, OH
9-12
223
4 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Junior: Sycamore High School prides itself on its diversity, and rightfully so. Differences are celebrated and cultures embraced. For example, just two weeks ago, the Jewish student union shared dances and delicacies with the entire school, along with clothing and music. Sycamore offers an open atmosphere where all are appreciated and cherished. The school district is also known for the span of opportunities available to the students, and how there is a place for everyone. Outside of school activities range from yoga club to a buffet eating club! Sport events can always count on the Ave Cave (cheer section) to support all teams till the very end. The most special characteristic is the students and their attitude towards school. Sycamore school district is a place filled with determined and wise students who will change the future for the better. Some of the brightest minds pass through these halls.
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1,646 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Wyoming High School
Wyoming City Schools, OH
8-12
112
5 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Junior: I have been in the Wyoming Public School System all my life. The education I have gain has been priceless, but even more valuable to me from my experience in Wyoming are the extra-curriculars offered at the high school. From our various sports offered to our academic focused clubs, there is certainly a spot for everyone. Our Model United Nations Club has ranked in international conferences. Our Drama Department is known for beautiful productions. Our Academic team has had opportunities to compete nationally. Our sports teams have a pattern of playing hard and winning games. There is always a place for people of all kinds to excel. However that is one piece of conflict which has kept the ranked from 5 stars. Wyoming is very structured in social statuses. You are stuck in the stereotype of "nerds", "geeks", "jocks", "popular" and any other title you can be given which works to strip your individuality. Although it is often hard to escape these titles, good friends are not hard to find.
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642 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Madeira High School
Madeira City School District, OH
9-12
118
6 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Madeira is one of the best places to go for a good education. The teachers here are all very devoted to helping their students learn and provide us with lots of opportunities in and out of the school building to expand our knowledge. The biggest negative about Madeira, however, is that there is little diversity. As an upper-middle class community, most people come from very similar backgrounds and all look about the same. I wish I had more exposure to other cultures and had more diversity during my high school career.
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421 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Highlands High School
Fort Thomas Independent Schools, KY
9-12
181
7 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Alum: I loved how challenged I was everyday, and safe the environment was! I am currently a freshmen in college, and I feel that Highlands prepared me well. I was able to adjust to college, and the work force very easily. The teachers and administration of Highlands High School are very hard working, and caring. The teachers went out of their way to make the classrooms a fun learning environment! They would also go out of their way to stay late after school hours and help students who needed it. Overall, I enjoyed my time at Highlands High School, and there isn't anything I would change! Highlands High School has taught me to have self discipline, a strong work ethic, help others, and to value my resources. I would recommend anyone to send their child to Highlands High School!
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992 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Mariemont High School
Mariemont City Schools, OH
9-12
65
8 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Freshman: The academics and teachers are very good, if a bit difficult at times. The teachers and counselors do an excellent job of preparing you for college. Many students are involved in sports and football games are big events. However, the girls are very cliquey and there is a big problem with boys vaping in the bathroom.
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530 Students
17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Beechwood High School
Beechwood Independent Schools, KY
7-12
74
9 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Junior: Beechwood is a great school that has a tightly knitted community. The small community strives to compete globally by expanding the outreach of knowledge. With a class of roughly 100 students, classmates know each other and look out for one another. The ability to communicate among the grade allows the students to gain social skills, advocating for themselves. Teachers strive to have a growth mindset and encourage students to do the same; therefore, the teachers, faculty, and staff are quite approachable.
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642 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Covington Latin School
Private School
Covington, KY
7-12
135
7 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: Fabulous school! It is very small; but gifted students thrive here. It isn't for everyone. If you have a bright student, please look at this school. the teachers are fabulous and teach like a college professor. Homework is demanding, but these students will get into a top college. The religion program is also top notch. The students attend mass weekly and have the opportunity to serve for the bishop. The acceleration and grade skipping is perfect if you have a student who is bored in a traditional high school. My daughter loves going to school and for the first time is not bored. The students help each other succeed. There is nothing like a CLS education!
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206 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Turpin High School
Forest Hills Local School District, OH
9-12
269
10 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Turpin High School is all about community. They have several programs to help students feel more included and that your voice is heard. From mental health awareness to LGBTQ+, Turpin is inclusive in everything. Moreover, their academic programs help students achieve the best grades possible and provide different levels of classes to help accommodate the needs of every student. Their faculty helps students reach their best potential and care about the student body as a whole, not just the submitted work. Turpin is the kind of school you want to go back to and send your kids to.
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1,186 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Saint Ursula Academy
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
9-12
149
8 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: I love inclusive environment! The schedule, teachers, and administration are all amazing! I was the only one from my grade school, and I expected it to be hard. After the first day of school, I realized I was wrong. It ended up being so much easier. Everyone is starting fresh, so everyone was just as nervous. It is nice to be surrounded by girls who are feeling the same way. The block schedule is also amazing, partially because you only have to take 4 exams each quarter! Overall, the school as prepped me extremely well, and will continue to do the same to other girls.
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660 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Villa Madonna Academy
Private School
Villa Hills, KY
K-12
37
9 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Parent: I highly recommend Villa Madonna Academy. Our children have attended Villa since grade school. Our family loves the school, the Benedictine values and the overall culture of diversity, kindness and helping others. The teachers are fantastic. The small class size allows the teachers to create fun and interactive lessons for the kids. We feel that our children are becoming well-prepared for college and life beyond Villa. It is important that our children be afforded with the best opportunities to succeed in life and for us it starts with the education our children are receiving at Villa.
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452 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Kings High School
Kings Local School District, OH
9-12
147
11 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Kings is an awesome high school! It is just the right size for all students to find something they are interested in without feeling intimidated by others. There are many opportunities for success in academics, sports, and leadership. The administration is very centered around the students and they try to listen and be fair. The facilities are clean and I feel safe attending there. The community is very supportive of the district and attends many of the sporting events and programs. They have a great fine arts department and also offer many varieties and levels of extra curricular activities. The academic offerings are more like a large high school. There are many AP offerings and college plus credit options. The teachers work hard to prepare students for college. I have been in Kings Schools since preschool, and I feel very prepared to attend college and be successful!
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1,278 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Archbishop Moeller High School
Private School
Cincinnati, OH
9-12
66
10 Best Private High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Junior: My experience at Moeller has been amazing! I'm in my junior year now and they've prepared me excellently for the next level. I've had countless service opportunities and chances to learn outside of the classroom. In the classroom they challenge you, but not so much where you go over the edge. Moeller also just has a feeling that can't really be described. The brotherhood at Moeller is amazing. It really is an elite fraternity to be apart of the Moeller Crusader FAMILY.
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880 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Lakota West High School
Lakota Local School District (Liberty Township), OH
9-12
439
12 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Junior: Long story we switched schools again this time late 7th grade year to Lakota West High School. This school helped me overcome battles of my own but for me to actually not skipping school because I was "sick". This school isn't perfect, there's a lot of things it could improve on but the school cares about its students. They provide with us internships opportunities, meetings with our guidance counselors and courses that help us prepare for our future!
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2,332 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Anderson High School
Forest Hills Local School District, OH
9-12
271
13 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: I love Anderson High School. The teachers are kind, caring people who want the best for every student. The amount of love the teachers show for the students is astonishing! The faculty will go out of their way everyday in order to ensure the learning, safety, and general wellbeing of the students. The Orange Heart program is unique and allows students to have private one on one conversations with their teachers about any topic. The link crew helps incoming freshman become aware of the events and opportunities that Anderson has. One thing I would change is the buildings structure. The school is old and with a few upgrades could enhance the learning even more!
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1,180 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Larry A. Ryle High School
Boone County Public Schools, KY
9-12
309
14 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Sophomore: I am currently a student at Ryle High School. I have enjoyed my years of education here with wonderful teachers whose goals are to educate their students to the best of their ability. I am involved in several clubs and actively participate. Ryle's competitive clubs are strong competitors and have won many awards. The school is a nice environment to learn in, always improving and recently extended their academic wing. Parents are less involved, but at a high school level, students are expected to be more independent. Ethnic and cultural minorities make up a very small percentage of the school population, but they are well represented and respected. Ryle prepares its students to be college ready, pushing for students' full potential. The administration is considerate and respectful towards the students and staff members. Their cafeteria food has much room for improvement, but does offer options for many different lifestyles.
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1,843 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Randall K. Cooper High School
Boone County Public Schools, KY
9-12
216
15 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Overall, Cooper high school is a very good school. The staff are very dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals and helping them move forward and going onto college. The sports and activities the school offers are a great way to get closer to your friends and enjoy your high school experience to the full extent. Personally, I would like to see the food quality become better and more fresh fruit and vegetables, but overall they have a nice selection of food and it’s always served hot. Moreover, the community in school is accepting of everybody and most everybody gets a long. Also, the counselors are always there to talk about school life, personal life, and even college. Cooper high school is a five star school and it was the best four years of my life so far.
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1,291 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Lakota East High School
Lakota Local School District (Liberty Township), OH
9-12
451
16 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Lakota East High School is the best high school nationwide! The environment pleasing and safe for each and every student walking into the building. The staff is welcoming and highly professional. The principle of this school makes sure that every student is meeting his/her standards and is friendly, which is barely seen in other high schools. A great system of education and an even better place for the community to unite. The clubs and activities being offered here are amazing and can be accessible by anyone who is interested. Not just this, the food in the cafe is delicious with a great variety ranging from ice cream to pasta. The interior and exterior are comforting and pleasing. Highly recommend!
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2,579 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Loveland High School
Loveland City School District, OH
9-12
211
17 Best Public High Schools in Cincinnati Area
Senior: Loveland has always provided a good atmosphere for learning, doing activities and making friends. The soccer program has grown in the last 4 years and the coach has become more involved in the players. Administration has kept up with safety standards with random canine checks in the building and safety drills. Parents are well informed of anything that is going on in the school and any changes to policies. I do however, think there are some teachers that need to be held more accountable for their performance and ability to do a good job teaching. The Loveland community is very supportive of students and families and I would recommend this district to anyone looking to move to a new place!
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1,418 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Charlottesville Catholic School
Private School
Charlottesville, VA
PK, K-8
7
Parent: Our family LOVES CCS! Our two boys went through CCS and are much better young men and students as a result. The overall environment at the Catholic School is exceptional. Academically, the students are encouraged, supported, and pushed to do their very best in the classroom. The teachers do an amazing job of reaching each student individually which translates into a trusting, caring, and successful school experience for the student, the parent(s), and also the teacher. In and out of the classroom the teachers and staff also do an extraordinary job of instilling discipline, self-respect and respect for others, thoughtfulness, and a sense of community and personal responsibility. Our boys continue to excel each and every year both as students and as young men in our community and I believe those valuable traits are a direct result of the foundation, mentorship, and guidance that they received as students at the Charlottesville Catholic School.
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337 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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University School
Private School
Hunting Valley, OH
PK, K-12
92
Senior: I have attended University School since I was in Kindergarten and now find myself in my Senior year. I have seen the school evolve and thrive under our former Headmaster Steve Murray. Diversity has improved dramatically from my early years.

Under the current administration, socioeconomic diversity remains an opportunity but the school is very much aware of its need to continue its focus there. The values of the school, “Responsibility, Loyalty and Consideration” are applied more consistently than at any time during my attendance . And, the connection to the community is stronger than its ever been. I am proud to be a student there.

I find the school committed to getting to know me as a person and teaching me as I learn rather than applying a cookie cutter approach to education. The school remains committed to erudition and I have received a great education.
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870 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Walnut Hills High School

Cincinnati Country Day School

The Summit Country Day School

Norfolk Academy

St. Xavier High School

William Mason High School

The Seven Hills School

Indian Hill High School

Sycamore High School

Wyoming High School

Madeira High School

Highlands High School

Mariemont High School

Beechwood High School

Covington Latin School

Turpin High School

Saint Ursula Academy

Villa Madonna Academy

Kings High School

Archbishop Moeller High School

Lakota West High School

Anderson High School

Larry A. Ryle High School

Randall K. Cooper High School

Lakota East High School

Loveland High School

Charlottesville Catholic School

University School