2 of the Best Public High Schools in America Are in Massachusetts

Apparently, we've got some wicked smaht kiddos in Massachusetts..

Niche just released its 2026 rankings of the best public high schools in America, and two Massachusetts schools landed in the Top 100. 

First up is the Massachusetts Academy for Math & Science School in Worcester, which landed at No. 3 in the country.

These Two Massachusetts Schools Landed 3 in Top 100 in Nation

Honestly, this school sounds seriously smart. Mass Academy is a public school for 11th and 12th graders, and there are only 98 students. It focuses a lot on math, science and really challenging academics.

Then there’s Boston Latin School, which came in at No. 73.

And this one has some history, it was founded in 1635 and is the oldest school in the country. It serves grades 7 through 12 and has more than 190 student-run clubs and 60 sports teams.

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Meanwhile, I’m over here thinking about my own high school experience and wondering how I made it through four years without Google, ChatGPT or the ability to check my grades from my phone. 

Maine may not have two schools on this particular Top 100 list, but let’s be honest, we have plenty of schools Mainers are fiercely proud of. 

So now I need to know: what Maine high school do you think deserves some bragging rights?