8. Villa Theresa High School

HT Top Schools survey 2017: The 10 schools from the south zone that ranked the highest on various parameters — this includes areas between Byculla and Colaba

HISTORY: The school was founded in 1932 as a primary co-educational school by the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary. In its early years, the school only had junior classes.

UNIQUE FEATURES: In keeping up with the latest technologies, the school boasts of an e-library and Promethean Interactive Board. CCTV cameras have been installed across the campus. Extra-curricular activities include yoga, karate, and dance/music classes.

HIGHEST RATINGS IN: Academic rigour, diversity, educational philosophy and value for money

BOARD: ICSE Board

Annual fee: Rs70,200/-

Students: 1,262

Student-teacher ratio: 29:1

QUOTE: It is our belief that ‘champions’ aren’t made in the sports field, but are made from something they have inside them—a desire, a dream, a vision.

SR ERMELINDA RODRIGUES, principal