A high school basketball hoop is 10 feet high, measured from the playing surface to the rim.

Quick Scoop

That is the standard height used in high school, college, and professional basketball. In metric terms, it is 3.05 meters.

Simple example

If you’re standing on the court and look straight up to the rim, the basket should be set at the same height no matter whether it’s boys’ or girls’ high school basketball.

Extra note

You’ll sometimes see adjustable hoops for younger players, but regulation high school games use the full 10-foot height.