A bit of a random question here, but which high school in the world has produced the most renowned alumni? It's interesting to think about which schools might have had a huge impact in various fields, through their graduates.
The question of which high school has produced the most renowned alumni globally is quite subjective, depending on how one defines 'renowned' and which fields one chooses to focus on. However, when we consider a broad range of sectors – including politics, academia, culture, and business – a few schools often stand out for their history of notable graduates.
Phillips Exeter Academy, located in New Hampshire, USA, has a significant list of alumni who went on to gain renown, from U.S. President Franklin Pierce to author Dan Brown and Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg.
Similarly, Eton College in the UK has produced 20 British prime ministers, including the current PM Boris Johnson, and a slew of other notables in the arts, academia and beyond like author George Orwell and actor Hugh Laurie.
The Bronx High School of Science in New York City is noteworthy too for having more Nobel laureates among its alumni than any other secondary school in the world.
These are but a few examples and, of course, determining the 'most' renowned would likely rely heavily on one's criteria. There are also many schools across the globe known for producing successful individuals in their respective countries. It's an intriguing topic to explore!
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