Feeders to Harvard: Which high schools send the most students?

I've been really trying to narrow down my college application list lately and Harvard is a dream of mine. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know which high schools are recognized as 'feeder schools' for Harvard? Would love to understand their profiles and what sort of candidates they're sending.

Sure, I can give you some insights into high schools that have regularly sent many students to Harvard. Do keep in mind that the high school you attend is just one small factor in college admissions. Harvard, like other highly selective institutions, is looking for students who excel acadically in rigorous curriculums, have strong extracurricular engagements, and contribute positively to their communities - regardless of the specific high school they attend.

That being said, some private schools have consistently been recognized as feeder schools to Harvard and other Ivy League institutions. For example, Exeter and Andover, two very prestigious boarding schools, are known for sending a significant number of students to Harvard each year. This is largely due to their rigorous academic programs, accomplished faculty, and abundant resources. Stuyvesant High School and Bronx Science, both specialized public high schools in New York, have also been known to send many students to Harvard.

Internationally, schools like Eton in the UK and the United World College network also have a history of placing students in Ivy League institutions, including Harvard.

While these schools do send several students to Harvard, remember that acceptance to any college, particularly one as competitive as Harvard, is not guaranteed regardless of the school you attend. Selective colleges like Harvard look at far more than the name of your high school. They consider everything from your academic achievements, to your personal qualities and the impact you've made on your community. In the end, it's about how you utilize the opportunities available to you at your own school and in your own circumstances.

So, instead of getting too caught up on feeder schools, focus on maximizing your own potential in your current environment. Excelling at your own high school, being involved in extracurricular activities in a meaningful way, and developing your personal interests can certainly help you attain your college aspirations.