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2024 Best High Schools in the Chicago Area

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  1. #1 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Payton College Preparatory High School

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    9-12,

    441 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says The quality of education is superb. Teachers and staff actively play a part in everyday student studies and work diligently to assist students towards success, whether this be through opening office....

    Read 441 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,233,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

  2. #3 Best Private High Schools in Chicago Area.

    British International School of Chicago, South Loop

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    CHICAGO, IL,

    PK, K-12,

    66 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says As a parent of two children who attended preschool at British, I cannot recommend this school highly enough. The nurturing environment and a robust curriculum provided my children with a strong...The teachers at the British are truly exceptional. They are dedicated, caring, and skilled at fostering a love of learning. Most are British, but it is a stable group, with many having moved to...When asked about the school, we say everything is great except for the price. They are very transparent about the costs though, and there are no major hidden expenses or fundraising expectations...The student body is a mix of Americans (the largest group) and others around the world (with a bias toward Asia and Europe). We saw that as a huge positive and exposed our kids (and ourselves) to....

    Read 66 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 689,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

  3. #2 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Northside College Preparatory High School

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    9-12,

    633 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says Overall, pretty solid experience. The teachers in the arts department are incredibly accepting and warm people, their strength and patience is impressive and they're the backbone of the NCP arts....

    Read 633 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,040,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

  4. #4 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Whitney M. Young Magnet High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    7-12,

    1208 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says Attending Whitney Young High School has been a positive experience. One aspect is the quality of education provided. AP courses and honors classes are challenging students and preparing them well for....

    Read 1208 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,148,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  5. #5 Best Private High Schools in Chicago Area.

    North Shore Country Day

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    WINNETKA, IL,

    PK, K-12,

    117 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says We have been at NSCD for 11 years with two kids, and it has been an outstanding experience all the way up that we look forward to continuing into high school. The faculty and academics are absolutely....

    Read 117 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 547,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  6. #5 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Adlai E. Stevenson High School

    Adlai E. Stevenson High School District No. 125, IL,

    9-12,

    1257 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says Reflecting on my time at the history school, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude for the enriching experience it has been. Immersed in the tapestry of the past, every lesson felt like a journey....

    Read 1257 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 4,489,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  7. #7 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Lane Tech College Prep High School

    Chicago Public Schools, IL,

    7-12,

    3255 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I had a well-rounded experience at Lane. As a student in the Computer Science concentration, I was able to take a wide array of classes regarding computer science, from AP CSA to classes such as...What I disliked about Lane was that it was difficult to get to know people. Because people were so spread out, it was difficult to spend enough time with someone to become friends with them. While...While the school does focus on building community as Lane Students, I would've wished for more opportunities to get to know people intimately in a smaller space..

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 4,496,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  8. #6 Best Private High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Latin School of Chicago

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    CHICAGO, IL,

    PK, K-12,

    118 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I came to latin after I graduated 8th grade for high school. I came during covid into a new foreign environment with only one friend from my middle school joining me. My middle school was extremely....

    Read 118 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,189,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

  9. #9 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Neuqua Valley High School

    Indian Prairie Community Unit School District No. 204, IL,

    9-12,

    1181 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says My experience at Neuqua Valley High School has been a journey filled with valuable lessons, memorable experiences, and opportunities for personal growth. The best part of my experience has been the...On the flip side, the competitiveness and pressure associated with academic performance and college admissions have been challenging. The focus on grades, test scores, and achievements can create a....

    Read 1181 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 3,156,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

  10. #13 Best Public High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Vernon Hills High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Community High School District 128, IL,

    9-12,

    394 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Throughout my 4 years of schooling at Vernon Hills High School, I learned many things; however, the one thing that had propelled my college readiness is the sheer amount of soft skills I had learned.....

    Read 394 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,505,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,

  11. #12 Best Private High Schools in Chicago Area.

    Francis W. Parker School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    CHICAGO, IL,

    PK, K-12,

    70 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says As parents of a 9th grader at Parker, we couldn't be more happy with the experience. Having transferred from a top public school in Hinsdale in 2020, Parker shares similarly strong academics and...There is an emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving. So far, during our time at Parker, the faculty has been exceptional. They are passionate and dedicated to their students' success. Our....

    Read 70 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 940,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

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