U.S. News & World Report ranks Darien #1 high school in Connecticut!

This week, U.S. News & World Report released their 2022 Best High Schools ranking.

Darien High School is ranked the BEST in the State (yes, #1). The report reads, "Darien High School is ranked first within Connecticut. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at Darien High School is 78%."

Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college. 

Read more about U.S. News &  World Reports ranks Best High Schools here.

Top 10 in Connecticut

#1 Darien

(#191 in National Rankings)

#2 Connecticut IB Academy, East Hartford

(#239 in National Rankings)

#3 Weston High School

(#255 in National Rankings)

#4 Marine Science Magnet High School of Southeastern in Groton, CT

(#264 in National Rankings)

#5 Staples High School in Westport

(#316 in National Rankings)

#6 New Canaan High School

(#320 in National Rankings)

#7 Achievement First Hartford Academy

(#383 in National Rankings)

#8 Ridgefield High School

(#391 in National Rankings)

#9 Greenwich High School

(#408 in National Rankings)

#10 Farmington High School

(#472 in National Rankings)

To view the complete list of high school rankings click here.

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