Triad High School Named Top-Ranked Metro-East High School for Second Consecutive Year by the U.S. News & World Report
Triad High School has once again earned a place on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best High Schools list, ranking as the top-performing high school in the Illinois Metro-East for the second year in a row.
The annual rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 public high schools nationwide based on state assessment performance, Advanced Placement (AP) exams, graduation rates, college readiness, and equity in student achievement. Triad’s strong results across these measures reflect the school’s ongoing commitment to preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond.
"We are incredibly honored and proud to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the best high schools in the nation," said Kelli Barbour, Principal of Triad High School. "With all of the outstanding high schools in our area, to again be ranked as the highest high school in the Illinois Metro-East Area is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, faculty, staff, and the entire Triad community."
Triad High School is committed to providing students with a comprehensive and high-quality learning experience through a rigorous academic curriculum, enriching extracurricular activities, and a supportive learning environment that fosters student success. For more information about Triad High School, please visit our website.
