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Some schools didn't make our list because their students are too good. The best of the best.

 
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NEWSWEEK's Challenge Index is designed to recognize schools that challenge average students, and not magnet or charter schools that draw only the best students in their areas. These top performers, listed below in alphabetical order,  were excluded from the list of top high schools because, despite their exceptional quality, their sky-high SAT and ACT scores indicate they have few or no average students.

Bergen County Academies, Hackensack, N.J.: A collection of seven career-focused academies where students attend an extended school day.

Bronx Science, New York City: Has one of the most diverse student bodies in the city; a comprehensive exam is required for admission.

Brooklyn Technical, New York City: An entrance exam is required for this school that focuses on engineering, math and science.

High Technology High, Lincroft, N.J.: Selective school whose students focus on a science, math and technology curriculum.

Hunter College High School, New York City: College prep school that serves grades 7-12 and is tied to the City University of New York system.

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  • Posted By: GustoMaybe @ 05/21/2008 8:40:15 PM

    MISSING (Was on last year):

    Texas Academy of Math & Science???Denton: TAMS offers college-level coursework in a
    residential high-school setting.

  • Posted By: bassmaster_mcfly @ 05/21/2008 4:47:28 PM

    I agree - it makes no sense. Last year Brooklyn Tech was in the general list, and Stuy (and I think Bronx Science) were in the elite page - this year Tech is absent. This is clearly an oversight.

  • Posted By: bassmaster_mcfly @ 05/21/2008 4:45:57 PM

    You obviously majored in TLA or some nonsense.

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