Hello everyone, my family's moving to Cambridge, CA soon. I'm trying to narrow down my high school options. Any thoughts on the most prestigious high schools in the area?
Cambridge, CA is known for a variety of good public and private high schools. A few notable public high schools are Cambridge North High and Cambridge South High. Both of these schools are recognized for their strong academic programs and variety of AP courses they offer.
For private schools, you might want to look at Cambridge Preparatory School and Cambridge Academy, both offer smaller class sizes and more personalized attention. Cambridge Preparatory is especially renowned for its language arts and humanities programs, whereas Cambridge Academy has a robust STEM program.
If you are into arts, Cambridge Arts High School is known for its strong arts programming. This school is both an academically challenging institution and a creative haven for aspiring artists, musicians, and actors.
Remember when looking at high schools, 'prestige' isn't the only factor to consider. It's also important to consider the curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, the school culture, and your personal learning preferences. Visiting schools, if possible, can definitely give you a feel for what the learning environment is like. Good luck with your search!
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