Johnson High School proudly showcases its eight new academies: Freshman Focus; Architecture, Construction and Engineering; Arts, Communications and Humanities; Business, Marketing and Management; Education and Human Services;  Health Sciences; Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation; and Natural Resources and Sciences.

Highland Park Senior High’s International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a comprehensive and rigorous two-year academic program for highly motivated students interested in a pre-university program. IB courses are offered across the curriculum and students choose how to participate in the program.

Harding High School is a comprehensive high school offering an educational program tailored to individual student needs and interests while promoting community and social awareness. Harding has five Small Learning Communities: Ninth Grade Academy; Academy of Fine Arts; Human Services Academy; Medical and Environmental Studies Academy; and Science, Engineering and Industrial Technology Academy.

As Minnesota’s oldest high school, Central High School has a long and impressive tradition of academic excellence. A national Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Central has proven its success as a model for public education serving diverse students. The school’s rigorous academic program is based on state and national standards.