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Now in its fourth year, the GreatSchools College Success Award recognizes and celebrates public high schools across the country that excel at helping students enroll and succeed in college. In 2021, 1,838 schools from 25 states won the annual College Success Award.
To celebrate schools with a multiyear track record of postsecondary success, GreatSchools also added an additional, elevated level of distinction: the College Success Award – Gold.
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Explore the educational approaches of these extraordinary Award-winning schools.
Browse key strategies many Award-winning schools have in common.
Learn about the methodology and data used to determine Award winners.
In 2021, the College Success Award carries an extra layer of celebration through the College Success Award – Gold. This elevated distinction is given to schools with a multiyear track record of preparing students to enroll and succeed in college.
GreatSchools is proud to recognize 1,770 schools with the College Success Award – Gold for their ongoing dedication to students’ postsecondary success.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at a few extraordinary Award-winning schools.
These public high schools give students the opportunity to complete up to 2 years of college during high school.
From helping kids relate to their schoolwork to limiting bias, learn how teachers are designing lessons to support all students.
When students get a say in what they learn and how to show it, they become more involved in their education.
During the pandemic, educators found amazing ways to reach students. Some innovations are so great, they’re here to stay.
Legally every child with a learning disability gets accommodations. This innovative school gives them to all students.
At this high-performing high school, every student has a 4-year plan and they track each student’s progress.
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