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2024 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Los Angeles Area

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  1. #1 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    California Academy of Mathematics & Science

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    Long Beach Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Junior says My experience here at CAMS has been pretty good. Of course there has been ups and downs due to how academically challenging it is, but I have enjoyed my time so far! Some of my best experiences here....

    Read 505 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 672,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,

  2. Ambassador Christian School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    TORRANCE, CA,

    6-12,

    13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Other says Ambassador is an incredible school with some of the best teachers and staff! The school has a great reputation for being a loving community to families while maintaining its academic rigor. Some....

    Read 13 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 140,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

  3. #7 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    The Science Academy STEM Magnet

    Blue checkmark.

    Los Angeles Unified School District, CA,

    6-12,

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

    Featured Review: Parent says It is definitely not a school for everyone, but for the kids who want what it offers - lots of highly accelerated STEM, rigorous curriculum in every subject - and don’t miss having music or team...For a student to do well and enjoy his/her experience at The Science Academy STEM Magnet, they do have to *want* to be there and take school seriously though. The kids whose heart is not in it and...The teachers are excellent and there is lots of support available for those who need a little extra help. The principal and other admins are nurturing and communicative. PTA is active.Electives are great! Besides (major award-winning!) robotics, engineering and similar, theater and art are also offered, as well as a number of other eclectic options.My HG 6th grader loves this school and is finally in his element..

    Read 22 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 467,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

  4. #8 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Palos Verdes Peninsula High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says Overall, Pen was a great high school; the school's academics are much higher than other high schools in the area and it is an exciting place to be going to. The teachers, however, do sometimes make...My best experiences have been with friends at football games or in sports like lacrosse or soccer..

    Read 680 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,290,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

  5. #9 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Riverside STEM Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Riverside Unified School District, CA,

    5-12,

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

    Featured Review: Sophomore says I've been at Riverside STEM Academy since 5th grade., now I'm going to 10th grade. The academics at STEM are really strong and all the students have a their own initiative to get straight A's and do....

    Read 62 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 669,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,

  6. #12 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Whitney High School

    Blue checkmark.

    ABC Unified School District, CA,

    7-12,

    409 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says As student who has attended Whitney High School for 3 years and counting, I can confidently say that the academics are tough, thorough, and not for the weak. You must put your all in every subject....

    Read 409 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,010,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 26 to 1,

  7. #14 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Granada Hills Charter

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    GRANADA HILLS, CA,

    K-12,

    1561 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says Granada Hills Charter is an amazing high school that offers lots of resources that prepare me for the rest of my high school career and future. GHC offers both AP and IB Courses, so this gives me a....

    Read 1561 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 5,869,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 25 to 1,

  8. #25 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Arnold O. Beckman High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Tustin Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

    799 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says My favorite part of Arnold O. Beckman High School was the community and the relationships I built there. Everyone is kind and respectful. The teachers are amazing too. They always strive to do what's....

    Read 799 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,798,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,

  9. #27 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    San Marino High School

    Blue checkmark.

    San Marino Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says As someone who has been attending the school for 4 years, I can confidently say that I have only seen positive changes in the environment. The staff is lively and welcoming, parental involvement is....

    Read 283 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 806,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,

  10. #30 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Downtown Magnets High School

    Los Angeles Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

    382 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says The teachers are incredible, I've never had a bad experience with any teachers I've had, they all care about their jobs and the students. The faculty adores the students and looks out for them. It is....

    Read 382 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 861,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  11. #32 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Oak Park High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Oak Park Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

    385 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says As an environment that highly values academics, Oak Park culture gives a lot of attention to its STEM courses, but the humanities are in no way ignored or under-resourced. The academics are rigorous,....

    Read 385 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,401,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

  12. #33 Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles Area.

    Crescenta Valley High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Glendale Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

    664 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says CVHS is more than just a school—it's a community of learners, explorers, and achievers! First off, CVHS isn't just about textbooks and lectures. Sure, we have those too, but our teachers bring...Walking through the halls of CVHS feels like being part of one big family. Teachers know you by name, classmates cheer you on, and there's always someone ready to lend a helping hand. In conclusion, Crescenta Valley High School isn't just a place to learn—it's a place to grow, explore, and thrive..

    Read 664 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,488,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

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