Tigard High School

Tigard High School sits in one of the most quietly underrated corners of the Portland metro area — close enough to the city to enjoy its energy, but with a suburban feel that families looking for a little breathing room tend to gravitate toward. The school holds its own academically, with particularly strong English performance and a well-rounded program that appeals to families who want a solid public school experience without the intensity of some of the region's more hyper-competitive districts. Washington County's growth has brought a lot of newcomers to Tigard, and the school reflects that — it's a diverse, community-minded campus that tends to attract families putting down roots in the area for the long haul.