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Murfreesboro high school ranked no. 1 in the country by U.S. News and World Report
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points Central Magnet School earned this distinction for the 2026-2027 school year, according to U. News and World Report's rankings for the 2026-2027 school year.
A school has achieved the top ranking in the nation. Central Magnet School earned this distinction for the 2026-2027 school year, according to U.S. News and World Report. This ranking places the school at number one in the country.
The school is located in Rutherford County, and specifically, it is in Murfreesboro. Further details about the ranking and the school's achievements are available from the source.
The number one ranking is a notable achievement, and more information can be found through U.S. News and World Report's rankings for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Category: schools Published: August 20, 2026 Source: FOX 17 WZTV Nashville (local news) Reading time: 1 min
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