The New Hope-Solebury School District is proud to announce that New Hope-Solebury High School has been ranked #4 in the state of Pennsylvania and #308 in the nation out of more than 17,901 high schools in the U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best High Schools Rankings. The high school also ranked in the top 16% of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) high schools nationally.
This recognition underscores the district’s commitment to academic excellence while preparing students to be future-ready. Guided by the Profile of a Graduate, which emphasizes development in areas including leadership, resiliency, critical thinking, global citizenship, and creativity, New Hope-Solebury High School ensures that students graduate not only with a strong academic foundation, but also with the personal qualities and skills needed to thrive in college, career, and civic life.
"This ranking is a testimony to the commitment of our extraordinary students, the dedication of our exceptional staff, the leadership of our committed school board, and the continual support of our community," said Dr. Charles Lentz, superintendent of New Hope-Solebury School District. "As a district, we are committed to nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—and this recognition affirms the strength of that commitment."
Mr. Patrick Sasse, principal of New Hope-Solebury High School, added, “At New Hope-Solebury, we strive to develop compassionate citizens who are prepared to lead and serve their community. Being recognized among the top schools in both Pennsylvania and the nation is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our students, faculty, and staff.”
The U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools Rankings evaluate schools based on performance on state assessments, graduation rates, and how well they prepare students for college-level coursework.
The New Hope-Solebury School District congratulates the entire Lion community on this outstanding achievement.