The Best (and Worst) Pop Cult High Schools

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RIDGEMONT HIGH
Fast Times at Ridgemont High
Despite the clear tyranny of Mr. Hand, Ridgemont is filled with kids who know how to live life, whether it's single-handedly annihilating a rival football team (like Forrest Whitaker), stalling on a first-date dinner when you've forgotten your wallet (like Jennifer Jason Leigh and Brian Backer), masturbating to your sister's friend (like Judge Reinhold), or stoning your way to possible graduation (like Sean Penn). Sure, that whole abortion thing doesn't fall under the ''good time'' heading, but still.... — Marc Bernardin

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