National High School Girls Basketball Top 25 Rankings - Feb. 23

Ontario Christian (Calif.) remains at No. 1 as season winds down

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The national high school girls basketball scene has been shifting into postseason mode as the latest set of Top 25 rankings are released. Ontario Christian (Calif.) remains firmly at the top with a 30-1 record, while Hopkins (Minn.) and Johnston (Iowa) round out the top 3. The rankings analyze game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory to determine the top teams in the country.

Why it matters

High school basketball is a major part of the sports landscape, with passionate fan bases and talented players who will go on to play at the college and professional levels. These rankings provide a snapshot of the top teams and players to watch as the season reaches its climax.

The details

Ontario Christian (Calif.) continues to dominate, averaging 92.5 points per game behind the stellar play of junior point guard Kaleena Smith. Hopkins (Minn.) and Johnston (Iowa) have also had standout seasons, with the Dragons on a 76-game winning streak dating back to 2023. Other top teams include Bishop McNamara (Md.), Wayzata (Minn.), and several programs from California, New York, and Wisconsin.

  • The high school girls basketball 2025-26 season is either at the end of the regular season or early rounds of the playoffs for most states.
  • Ontario Christian (Calif.) has a 30-1 record and a 9-game winning streak.

The players

Kaleena Smith

A junior point guard for Ontario Christian (Calif.) who is leading the team with 32.4 points, 7.1 assists, 4.8 steals and 3.5 rebounds per game.

Erma Walker

A junior point-forward for Hopkins (Minn.) who was crucial in the team's state championship win last season, scoring 28 points and grabbing 8 rebounds.

Jenica Lewis

A senior point guard for Johnston (Iowa) who scored 12 points in last year's state title game. She has offers from Iowa, UNC, Notre Dame, Oregon and TCU.

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What they’re saying

“The national high school girls basketball scene has been shifting into postseason mode as we bring out the latest set of Top 25 rankings”

— Andy Villamarzo, Author (on3.com)

The takeaway

As the high school basketball season reaches its climax, these rankings highlight the top teams and players to watch. Programs like Ontario Christian, Hopkins, and Johnston have established themselves as national powers, showcasing the depth and talent across the country in girls' hoops.