School girls in anime have always held a special place in the hearts of fans. With their unique personalities, outfits, and diverse habits, it’s no wonder they have become iconic in the anime world. Choosing the best anime school girl characters of all time is no easy task, given the abundance of incredible options.
To make things easier, we’ve compiled a list of the top 46 anime girls who are not only great to study with but also amazing to hang out with. These female characters come from various anime series, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
So, without further ado, let’s dive into this exciting lineup of the cutest female anime students of all time!
46. Aoi Izumisawa from Love Flops
Aoi is a charming school girl who adorns herself with pink glasses. Her beautiful, long light purple hair is styled into two ponytails that reach her elbows. She is cheerful, honest, and a bit shy, but she excels at household chores.
Aoi Izumizawa is a bright and energetic girl who recently transferred to Asahi Kashiwagi’s class. She is the class leader and one of the five heroines in the Renai Flops series.
45. Honoka Kousaka from Love Live!
Honoka is a energetic and goregous high school student who is a member of the school’s idol group, μ’s.
She is known for her leadership skills and her love of performing. Her image color is predominantly orange, although some fans associate her with the color pink as well.
Not only is Honoka the leader of Printemps, a sub-unit within µ’s, but she also holds the position of overall group leader.
44. Ayase Aragaki from Oreimo
Moving on we have Ayase is a beautiful and talented high school girl who is a member of the student council.
She is known for her strict and no-nonsense personality, but also has a caring and protective side towards her friends and loved ones.
43. Inaho Kushiya from Maken Ki
Inaho is an adorable anime school girl and one of the hottest ones in the series. she has neck-length or shoulder-length light brown hair, dark brown eyes, and a captivating figure.
Kushiya Inaho has a very happy personality, but at the same time can become an airhead. She is often focused on supporting Takeru Ooyama and generally appear innocent.
42. Aoi Hinami from Jaku Chara Tomozaki
Aoi Hinami, also known as Hinami Aoi, is the main heroine in the Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun series. She is Fumiya Tomozaki’s classmate and is often regarded as a perfect individual due to her exceptional skills in various areas.
Aoi has medium-long, brown hair and olive green eyes, adding to her classic Japanese beauty.
In terms of personality, Aoi is seen as a genuine and innocent-looking student who appears happy-go-lucky and carefree to others.
However, Tomozaki sees a different side of her. He describes Aoi as a serious and accommodating person who provides honest support and sometimes shows signs of affection.
41. Mio Akiyama from K-On!
Mio is a shy and introverted high school female character who is one of the five cute members of the Light Music Club.
During her time in high school, Mio goes through a gradual process of facing her anxieties and insecurities.
She emerges as the voice of reason among her bandmates, especially when their carefree attitudes start to cause issues.
Mio becomes the most outspoken member when it comes to discussing the band’s direction and motivating everyone involved.
40. Chiyo Sakura from Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun
The next charming schoolgirl who takes the spotlight is Chiyo, the main female protagonist of the series, and she attends Roman Academy as a high school student.
Not only that, but she is also a valued member of the Art Club. As an assistant to Umetarou Nozaki, she takes on the responsibility of filling in the betas, contributing her skills and creativity.
Chiyo is not only known for her artistic talents but also for being classmates with Yuzuki Seo and the older sister of Towa Sakura. These connections further add depth to her story and relationships.
39. Kyouko Sakura from Madoka Magica
Coming up, we have Kyouko Sakura, a strong-willed and independent schoolgirl in the anime Madoka Magica, who is a member of the magical girl team.
She is one of the top magical girls in the whole series, and is known for her tough personality and her desire to protect those she cares about.
38. Yuiko Kurugaya from Little Busters!
Yuiko is a high school female character who is a member of the Little Busters, a group of friends who enjoy playing together. She is known for her cheerful and outgoing personality, and is a talented artist. Yuiko is a remarkable girl who embodies qualities of self-sufficiency, reliability, and care.
This is precisely why she is seen as an older sister figure to everyone, despite being the same age as most of the cast. As well as she has a tenacity that allows her to break through barriers and achieve her goals.
37. Rika Furude from Higurashi no Naku Koro ni
Now let’s move on to some spooky vibes! Rika from the horror series Higurashi is a cute anime school girl, who becomes trapped in a time loop, experiencing the same events over and over again.
Wel, in spite of the horror and tragedy she faces, she remains strong and determined to find a way out of the loop.
36. Kirino Kousaka from Oreimo
At first, everyone look up to Kirino as an idol and someone who is perfect! but actually she is a school girl who is also an avid otaku, with a particular interest in eroge and anime.
The series even, showcases that she becomes involved in a secret relationship with her brother, Kyosuke, and they explore their own feelings towards each other as they try to keep their relationship a secret.
35. Hana Midorikawa from Prison School
Hmmm, Hana is hot, ok!! She is a kawaii anime school girl, who is portrayed as a member of the Underground Student Council, a group that oversees and enforces rules at the school.
Regardless of her strict and no-nonsense demeanor, she still has a soft spot for her friends and colleagues. Well, if you are into those kind of fanservice anime, then you should watch this one!
34. Yui Yuigahama from Oregairu
Yui Yuigahama, a student in Class 2F at Sōbu High School. Yui holds the distinction of being the first official customer of the Service Club and eventually becomes its third member.
With her lovely orange hair and a pretty face, Yui exudes a cheerful and outgoing nature. Her optimistic outlook is truly remarkable, as she rarely shows signs of sadness or distress.
Even when she does, she manages to keep a smile on her face, spreading positivity wherever she goes.
33. Shino Kiryuu from Kanojo Mo Kanojo
Shino, a stunning anime girl with white hair, looks absolutely gorgeous in her school uniform and tights. She is known for her serious demeanor and excels academically as if it comes naturally to her.
In the series, Kiryuu Shino serves as a classmate of Saki Saki and Mukai Naoya and also Saki’s closest friend. At first, Shino opposes Naoya’s morally complex relationships with his two girlfriends.
However, as time goes on, she becomes more involved in their daily lives and acts as a deterrent to Hoshizaki Rika’s plan involving Naoya.
32. Erina Nakiri from Food Wars
Erina Nakiri, one of the heroines and occasional rival to Soma Yukihira in the anime and manga series Shokugeki no Soma. Erina is a popular anime school girl known for her stunning appearance. She has beautiful purple-pinkish eyes and long honey blonde hair.
Coming from an affluent background, Erina is accustomed to a life of privilege and luxury. She is highly regarded and respected at Tōtsuki for her exceptional talent, striking looks, and influential status. As a result, she is both admired and feared by her peers.
Erina’s character is shaped by her upbringing and the expectations placed upon her. While she enjoys the finest things in life, she also carries a sense of responsibility and a desire to maintain her reputation.
31. Himeko Inaba from Kokoro Connect
The school girl Himeko Inaba is one of the main characters in the Kokoro Connect series. Inaba is a captivating and adorable girl with long black hair and brown eyes.
In terms of fashion, Inaba prefers casual attire suitable for her age. She possesses a slim and fit physique, and her eyes are truly captivating.
Inaba excels at gathering and analyzing information, making her highly knowledgeable about her club members’ personal details.
While she is typically calm and logical, she struggles with handling awkward situations and dislikes when things spiral out of her control.
30. Mari Kurihara from Prison School
Mari is a tall girl with black hair that goes down to her waist and blue eyes. She is among those prettiest anime school girls who wear the standard school uniform with black tights.
Mari is often praised for her beauty, intelligence, athleticism, and talent. She excelled in those areas like wherever she went to school. Mari has always been a calm character and displays intelligence and cunning throughout the series.
29. Kirukiru Amou from Busou Shoujo Machiavellianism
Amou is a beautiful and pretty anime school girl with dark hair and eyes. She has a “sharp” stare that makes you feel like it pierces through your soul, and her figure is so sexy, making her hard to resist.
Amou is a disturbed individual with an out of control nature. Her main driving force is an obsession with her former friend, Nomura Fudou.
She is willing to go to extreme lengths to possess Nomura exclusively, even resorting to violence and murder to eliminate anyone she sees as a threat. Amou exhibits a “yandere” personality, which means she has an intense and possessive love that can lead her to dangerous behavior.
28. Haruka Narumi from Battle Girl High School
Haruka is another gorgeous chick from the anime series Battle Girl High School, who has always been kind-hearted and sensible, who wants to become a doctor, and has long grey hair, soft blue eyes, and a pretty figure.
She loves reading shonen manga that is filled with action, but she feels guilty reading them because they can be quite violent sometimes.
27. Yui Hirasawa from K-On!
K-On! is a series that boasts many cute girls, and Yui ne of them! She is a bubbly and energetic high school student who is a member of the Light Music Club.
She is known for her cheerful personality and her love of playing the guitar. Well, and for that we really love to see her in action.
26. Suzune Horikita from Classroom of the Elite
Suzune from Classroom of The Elite is a female character who has long black hair with a pink bow in one braid and gradient red eyes. She has a slim but well-endowed body making her one of the cutest anime school girls around.
In the series, she catches the male’s attention with her beauty. She is known as Manabu Horikita’s younger sister and is a Senior Student Council President at a school in the 1st Year Arc. Currently, she is in her 2nd year of Advanced Nurturing High School.
25. Taiga Aisaka from Toradora!
Well, this school girl is really famous among anime fans! Taiga is a small and feisty high school student who has a reputation for being aggressive and difficult to get along with.
Howerver, even with her tough exterior, she has a really kind heart and as the series progress, she will end up in love with the main character, Ryuuji Takasu.
24. Nagisa Furukawa from Clannad
From the Tear-jerking anime series Clannad we have Nagisa, a kind, beautiful, and hardworking high school student who is a member of the drama club.
In the series, she is portrayed as determined and optimistic girl, even when facing numerous challenges and setbacks.
23. Yukina Himeragi from Strike The Blood
Yukina Himeragi, a striking female anime character with beautiful black hair. She takes on the role of the female protagonist in the Strike The Blood series.
In the world of the series, Yukina is swordswoman who works under the Lion King Organization. Her mission is to closely observe and keep a continuous connection with Kojou Akatsuki, known as the Fourth Primogenitor.
To carry out her mission effectively, Yukina has been transferred from Japan’s Kansai region to Saikai Academy on Itogami Island.
There, she poses as a middle school girl, allowing her to conveniently stay close to Kojou and monitor his actions. Her ultimate objective is to ensure the safety of the world by swiftly neutralizing Kojou should he become a threat.
22. Futaba Yoshioka from Ao Haru Ride
Futaba Yoshioka is the main protagonist in the Ao Haru Ride series. As a high school student, she experiences a drastic change from her middle school days.
She once was feminine and cute, now deliberately tries to appear unattractive to gain acceptance from her classmates. Her past experience of being outcasted by girls due to favoritism from boys influences her behavior.
Despite sacrificing her true self for approval, Futaba befriends Kou, Yuri, Shuko, and Aya, forming meaningful connections. Through these friendships, she begins to rediscover herself, embracing her passions and facing the world honestly.
Futaba is strong-willed, stubborn, and caring, showing a determination to live for herself. Her journey revolves around finding her voice and seeking happiness on her own terms.
21. Stella Vermillion from Rakudai Kishi No Cavalry
Stella Vermillion, the primary female protagonist in Rakudai Kishi no Eiyuutan, is an A-Rank Blazer and the second imperial princess of the Vermillion Empire, known as the Crimson Princess.
With her pink hair, striking features, and ruby eyes, she is undeniably beautiful. Initially portrayed as feisty and quick-tempered, Stella often argues with Ikki due to her sheltered upbringing. However, she also possesses a reckless and impulsive side, coupled with bouts of jealousy, particularly concerning Ikki.
Even with these flaws, Stella undergoes character development, revealing her determination to protect and her unwavering loyalty to Ikki. Her journey is centered around self-discovery, evolving emotions, and her quest for personal happiness alongside Ikki.
20. Shizuku Mizutani from My Little Monster
Shizuku Yoshida, the main female protagonist in the Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun series. She is a first-year student at Syoyo High School and her birthday falls on February 14th.
Shizuku is a studious and serious-looking school girl with brown eyes and hair, giving her a cute and slender appearance.
This girl has a straightforward personality and can come across as apathetic at times. She believes in the idea of personal growth through overcoming challenges independently.
What others think of her is not a concern for Shizuku. Her main focus is being at the top of her class and excelling academically. She prioritizes her studies and aims to achieve academic success rather than seeking validation from others.
19. Umaru Doma from Himouto! Umaru-chan
The next adorable schoolgirl is Umaru Doma, who is widely recognized as one of the cutest teenage anime characters of all time. Umaru serves as the main protagonist in the Himouto! Umaru-chan series.
What makes Umaru particularly unique is her ability to switch between two distinct modes: an “outdoor” and an “indoor” mode. In her indoor form, she goes by the nickname “himouto,” a term coined by her older brother, Taihei Doma.
Umaru’s knack for seamlessly transitioning between two modes adds an intriguing layer to her character, captivating fans with her charming contrasted personalities.
18. Chitoge Kirisaki from Nisekoi
Chitoge is considered the prettiest school girls in anime and manga history. Yeah! thanks to her stunning features, slim thighs, and fair skin with her pale complexion.
She is a blonde haired chick with pink ends and blue eyes. Tall, with a well-shaped body; many associate her with a supermodel.
In the series, and initially, Chitoge embodies the tsundere archetype, displaying a hot-headed attitude towards people she finds irritating or sees as a threat, including her fake boyfriend Raku Ichijo.
However, as she develops feelings for him, she undergoes a transformation, becoming more affectionate, kind, and occasionally losing control of her emotions around him.
17. Rei Miyamoto from High School of the Dead
Rei typically has long, reddish-brown hair, and brown eyes and looks so sexy in her school uniform. Man, she is among the hottest anime school girls and is such a babe, that no one can resist checking her body out!
Rei’s personality is characterized by being strong and dependable. She always looks out for others, especially Takashi, and has a very kind personality.
Miyamoto is also a pervert female character, as when she is with other girls at the pool or naked, she gropes their bodies to check if they are for real.
16. Yukana Yame from Hajimete no Gal
Yukana from Hajimete no Gal is of the most gorgeously voluptuous school girls in anime. She has strawberry blonde hair, pink streaks at the end, and green eyes.
At school, Yukana is always seen wearing her “sexy” uniform, with the top open so you can see her body and large busts.
In the series, she is a gentle and soft girl who is Junichi Hashiba’s girlfriend and wants to break him out of his virgin status.
15. Mikoto Misaka from Toaru Majutsu no Index
Mikoto is One of the main heroes of Toaru Majutsu no Index and is the protagonist in her own side-story Railgun. She is a psychic user of Academy City. Her powers are ranked Level 5 and among the most powerful in the city; she ranks as third-strongest among those with that same rank.
Mikoto has chestnut hair and eyes and is often seen wearing a small hair clip. She’s bothered by her small chest, feeling less confident around girls of different sizes.
14. Maka Albarn from Soul Eater
Maka is not only an ordinary school girl but actually a meister enrolled at the Death Weapon Meister Academy. She forms a unique partnership with a weapon named Soul Eater.
Together, they embark on a mission to gather the souls of 99 wicked humans and a single witch.
This endeavor holds great significance, as it is through this collection that Soul can evolve into a powerful weapon known as a death scythe.
13. Kaname Chidori from Full Metal Panic!
Kaname is a blue-haired female student who unexpectedly finds herself entangled with the mercenary group called Mithril.
What sets her apart from other school girls is her remarkable ability to think quickly and maintain her composure even in the most intense and demanding situations.
This quality makes her an invaluable asset and an integral member of the team. Kaname’s presence and skills contribute significantly to the success of their missions.
12. Haruhi Suzumiya from Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu
Haruhi Suzumiya from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya: Haruhi is a brown-haired high school girl with pretty borwn eyes.
She is one of the top fictional characters with a strong sense of curiosity and a desire for adventure.
In the series, she is portrayed as the leader of the SOS Brigade, a club dedicated to finding and experiencing the supernatural.
11. Ayaka Kagari from Witch Craft Works
Ayaka, from the series Witch Craft Works, is a very gorgeous anime schoolgirl with long black hair and green eyes. Her most noticeable traits are her well-shaped body and her height– she’s way taller than half the cast! While her personality is always super calm until she gets mad.
She is the daughter of the School Chairman and holds a high position in school. Ayaka is not only extremely popular among the students but also possesses impressive powers as a Fire Witch, allowing her to control fire. However, she tends to become aggressive and explosive when she’s in battle or attacking enemies.
10. Miku Nakano from 5-toubun no Hanayome
Miku is a pretty anime school girl with medium-length brownish red hair. Like her charming sisters, she has dark blue eyes, an average height, a fuller physique, and large breasts.
Miku is a rather timid and pessimistic girl who isn’t very confident in herself. If things don’t go her way she can easily be discouraged, but in contrast to her negative demeanor she also has an outgoing side as well.
She’s thoughtful and gentle, but not always the most outwardly expressive person.
9. Akane Hiyama from Renai Boukun
Akane Hiyama is one of the main characters of the Renai Boukun anime and manga series. She is in the same class as Seiji, and she’s head over heels for him! Akane has long red hair and a pale complexion, and she has red eyes.
At first glance, she’s the perfect student, but when it comes to Seiji Aino she can change her personality drastically.
She is one of the best tsundere anime school girls, she is pretty, hot, but a dangerous female to approach! Apparently, her love interest is the reason for her madness, as she is madly in love with him.
8. Yukino Yukinoshita from Oregairu
Yukino from the anime series Oregairu is a long black-haired, blue-eyed beautiful school girl. Like most Japanese girls, she is often seen in her school uniforms which typically consist of a black blazer with a white shirt underneath, a red ribbon tie, a plaid skirt, and black stockings.
She has a great personality and, although she is not as busty as other female anime characters on this list, but she is still an attractive female student you will always stare at.
7. Eru Chitanda from Hyouka
Eru Chitanda is another school girl with stunning blue-purple eyes. She possesses a natural beauty that makes her quite attractive.
With an average height and a well-shaped figure, she carries herself gracefully. Eru is known for her polite and pleasant demeanor, always displaying good manners.
She is sensible and in touch with her emotions, making her a friendly and straightforward person. In spite of her mature demeanor, she has a certain innocence about her that adds to her charm.
6. Hiyori Iki from Noragami
Hiyori Iki is the main female character in the Noragami series. She is a unique being, being half-ayakashi, which means her spirit can separate from her human body.
Physically, Hiyori is a slender girl with a height of 170 cm. Her eyes are a lovely light magenta color, and she has long, dark brown hair.
Personality-wise, Hiyori is known for her kindness and bravery. She has a compassionate heart and is always willing to help others, even if it puts her own safety at risk. This caring nature extends not only to her loved ones but also to strangers she encounters.
5. Mirai Kuriyama from Kyoukai No Kanata
Mirai Kuriyama, the main protagonist of the Kyoukai no Kanata series, possesses an introverted nature and a somewhat clumsy demeanor.
With her awkward personality, she tends to blend into the background and rarely stands out in school. Mirai prefers to avoid unnecessary interactions with others, but despite her efforts, she often finds herself unable to escape social situations.
Although she may appear timid, Mirai possesses a strong sense of persistence and determination. She does not take kindly to being ridiculed or belittled, and she strives to prove herself and overcome the challenges she faces.
4. Shoko Nishimiya from A Silent Voice
Shoko Nishimiya is the main female character in the Koe no Katachi anime movie. She is a beautiful and innocent school girl who was born mostly deaf. Because of her hearing impairment, Shoko often faces challenges when it comes to communication and connecting with others.
These difficulties affected her during her childhood, especially in her interactions with Shoya Ishida, who sadly became her bully back in sixth grade.
3. Kaguya Shinmoya from Kaguya Sama Love Is War
In the manga and anime series “Kaguya Sama Love is War” we have the female lead character Kaguya, a young school girl with long black hair and a well-shaped body. She usually has a black ribbon in her hair. Her skin is fairly pale and she has large red eyes that are beautiful to look at.
She is the Vice President of the Student Council at Shuchiin Academy but is a multi-talented genius who does basically everything if she sets her mind to it. She still doesn’t get love very well and her main objective is to make Miyuki Shirogane fall in love with her.
2. Shiba Miyuki from The Irregular In Magic High School
Shiba Miyuki is the main female protagonist in the “The Irregular in Magic High School” light novel and animated series. Like her brother Shiba Tatsuya, she attends First High School.
Miyuki is a very beautiful anime schoolgirl and draws a lot of attention, but she is still very modest, sensitive, and kind. She has a warm and loving nature and defends her brother whenever she can.
Miyuki is well-liked among all students at the school, both males and females. Even if they’re not from the same school, everyone who sees her falls in love with her charm instantly.
1. Rias Gremory from High School DxD
Rias Gremory from Highschool DxD is a beautiful girl with white skin, and blue eyes that she inherited from her father, and has voluptuous breasts, and a buxom figure.
She has two big features: her pretty red hair and big eyes, plus she’s tall which makes her one of the prettiest girls in the whole series.
A lot of anime fans consider Rias to be one of the hottest school girls of all time. This is because she often dresses in a way to accentuate her appearance when she is alone with Issei.
On rare occasions, Rias wears glasses when she’s deep in thought. She insists they help her think better even though she has perfect eyesight.