ISB Earns Top Spots in 2025 National Education Rankings

 

By Declan Doheny, ISB Communications 

Published on August 20, 2025

Recognition in national rankings offers a moment to pause and reflect on what makes ISB such a distinctive part of the international education landscape in China.

This year, ISB has been honored in two of the most respected national evaluations of international schools in China — recognition that affirms not only our academic pathways but also the enduring spirit of our students, faculty, and families.

In the 2025 Forbes China International Schools Annual Selection, ISB was ranked #1 International High School in Beijing and placed #2 among all international high schools in China. Meanwhile, the 2025 Hurun Education Top International Schools in China list has once again named ISB the #1 International School in China, marking the second consecutive year we’ve received this honor.

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What These Rankings Mean

Both Forbes and Hurun draw on different methodologies — from peer reviews of hundreds of senior educators, to analysis of university pathways and co-curricular programming. While their approaches vary, the results point to a consistent picture: ISB stands as a benchmark in the international education landscape of China.

At a time when families are seeking not just strong academics but also a holistic environment that nurtures resilience, creativity, and global citizenship, ISB’s recognition at the top of both lists underscores the breadth and depth of our program.

“We are honored to be recognized by both Forbes China and Hurun Education in 2025,” said Daniel Rubenstein, ISB Head of School. “These results affirm the dedication of our faculty, the vibrancy of our student community, and our commitment to nurturing curious, compassionate, and globally-minded learners.”

There are over 150 accredited international schools open to non-Chinese passport holders in mainland China. For ISB to consistently be recognized at the very top reflects more than short-term achievement; it reflects four-and-a-half decades of commitment to excellence, innovation, and community.

As we celebrate these recognitions, we also see them as a call to keep pushing forward — to continue cultivating joyful and challenging learning, to prepare our students for a rapidly changing world, and to live out ISB’s mission with pride.

ISB is an extraordinary school, made so by a tradition of educational excellence spanning 40 years. Establishing, nurturing, and growing such an exceptional learning community has been and remains intentional; we work hard to build strong relationships so our learning is at its best.

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