For high schools, as for college, one size does not fit all. The best choice for one family might be a disaster for another. So we looked at some of Atlanta's top schools to determine where they shine. We compared course offerings, facilities, extracurriculars, and awards for members of the Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools, the top twenty-three public high schools by SAT score, and public magnet and International Baccalaureate schools.

Click on the links below to see which high schools stood out in one or more subject areas. Also, don't miss our list of Junior Achievers—K-8 schools with cool programs in the same subjects.