Top Public High Schools Ranked in California, Texas, Colorado and Missouri

Stacker published state-specific lists of top public high schools in California, Texas, Colorado and Missouri, using Niche’s 2027 rankings. The public-school rankings weigh academics most heavily, alongside factors such as culture and diversity, extracurriculars, resources, athletics and community surveys. A separate list covers private high schools in Rhode Island; it uses Niche’s 2027 rankings and considers factors including college enrollment, student-teacher ratios, diversity and parent and student feedback. The articles describe the rankings’ scope and methodology but provide little detail here about the schools’ positions.