Are there high schools known for sending many of their graduates to Harvard?

Hi, I'm a junior planning on applying to Harvard and heard that some high schools have a record of sending a lot of their grads to Harvard. Is this legitimate, and if yes, how can I find out which high schools those are? Thanks for your help!

It's true that certain high schools do send more students to Harvard and other elite institutions than most. These schools are usually prestigious private schools or exceptionally high-performing public schools in affluent areas. Examples include Phillips Academy in Andover, Stuyvesant High School in New York City, and Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Virginia.

However, it's critical to remember that it's not the name of the high school that gets you into Harvard, but your performance and achievements there. Harvard looks for students who shine wherever they are, whether they attend an elite boarding school, a public school, or are home-schooled. They are interested in what you've accomplished with the opportunities and resources available to you.

As for your question on how to find these high schools, you can typically find this information online from either the high schools themselves or various publications that compile these statistics. To find this information, you might try a search including the words "high school," "send students," and "Harvard" or "Ivy League." Be aware, however, that this is usually self-reported information from the schools and may be subject to some variability.

Just remember, your focus should be on building a strong personal academic and extracurricular profile, regardless of your high school's history of Ivy League admissions. Concentrate on maintaining high grades, challenging yourself academically, developing a 'spike' in your area of passion, and contributing to your community meaningfully. Lastly, remember to develop a balanced college list—Harvard is a fantastic school, but there are many wonderful colleges in the world where you can thrive!