Announcing the Awardees
ED recognized 356 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2024. These schools demonstrate what is possible to make an enduring, positive difference in students' lives.
Recognizing Exemplary American Schools Since 1982
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Every year since the Program was established in 1982, the U. S. Department of Education has sought out and highlighted schools that are demonstrating that all students can achieve to high levels. The coveted National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities that are creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. A National Blue Ribbon School flag gracing a school’s entryway or on a flagpole is a widely recognized symbol of exemplary teaching and learning.
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Program Information
Learn more about the eligibility criteria for the National Blue Ribbon Schools Award
Explore the application, timeline, and other important information about the program
Learn about the goals and impact of the longest running recognition program at ED
Outstanding National Blue Ribbon School Practices
Learn from National Blue Ribbons School Winners on their best and promising practices for building strong learning environments.
More About National Blue Ribbon Schools
Logo Request
The National Blue Ribbon School name and logo are service marks of the U.S. Department of Education and there are some rules about their use.
Terrel H. Bell Awards
The Terrel H. Bell Award recognizes outstanding school leaders and the vital role they play in guiding students and schools to excellence.
Historic Database of all NBRS Winners
The National Blue Ribbon Schools historic database contains about 10,000 awards given to over 9,000 schools across the nation.