We're moving to Pennsylvania soon, and I'm trying to figure out which high school might be best for me. Does anyone have recommendations on top public or private high schools in the state with strong academic programs?
When considering high schools in Pennsylvania, you have both public and private options that offer strong academic programs.
In terms of public schools, the Pennsylvania Department of Education has ranked these high schools highly:
- Masterman High School in Philadelphia, known for its challenging academics and robust extracurricular activities
- Radnor High School in Wayne, recognized for its investment in technology in learning, and its wide range of AP course offerings
- New Hope-Solebury High School in New Hope, known for a rigorous curriculum and small class sizes.
For private schools, these are a few worth looking into:
- The Hill School in Pottstown, a rigorous boarding school with a strong dedication to college prep curriculum
- Wyoming Seminary in Kingston, which has diverse curricular offerings and strong arts programs in addition to academics
- Merion Mercy Academy in Merion Station, a top-rated all-girls Catholic high school with a strong sense of community and service in addition to academics.
Remember to also consider factors such as student-teacher ratio, extracurricular offerings, and school culture in your search. It could be very beneficial to reach out to the school directly or visit the campus if possible to get an even better feel for what a student's experience might be like there. Best of luck on your search!
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