North Cobb High School

North Cobb is one sided when it comes to parental concerns. The Principal and Administrator are always right. They tag team you and threaten to end the meeting if you say something that they do not like. Thank goodness my child is an honor roll student and never gets into trouble. If i had to deal with the front staff on a regular basis, we would move to another school district, home school or Private school.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school! Of course like all schools a few bad apples can create bad press, but the good news hardly ever gets spread.
--Submitted by a parent

I've been very happy at NCHS. Most of the staff really cares about what is best for the kids. There will always be those teachers who are just there for the paycheck but overall the staff is great. The new principal has a true open door policy and is very receptive to hearing what is going on in the school. While the school isn't the prettiest one you'll find in Cobb County it has a diverse population, a great magnet program, tons of clubs and chances for the kids to get involved, and some really great athletics. Add to that the ability to earn college credit at nearby Kennesaw State University while you are still in high school and you've got a hidden gem in NCHS.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my second time at entering a review the first time was for my oldest son, this is for my youngest son. My rating has gone down from last time. I can not give this school any stars. The staff is still as bad as it was two years ago when I rated the school. They only care about the kids that are smart and will look good for them, good grades and going on to college. My son does not plan on going to college so I feel that he is just an after thought. I am so glad that I have no more children that will need to go to high school because if I did I would move or put them in private school. My son hates getting up everyday to go to NC.
--Submitted by a parent

What an awesome administration this year. They truly care about the kids. A high school education is what your student decides to make of it. At North Cobb students have ample opportunity to succeed. Dr. Page and his admin team are on top of everything and really look out for the kids. The counsellors make sure each student has the opportunity to meet with them and plan for a successful high school career. They offer SAT prep and even take kids around on weekends to visit colleges. The magnet program is fantastic. This is the second year in a row they will be taking a group of students to China for 17 days for no more than the cost of the $1,500 airfare. Amazing. Great school.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has an amazing Student-Teacher Intern or Teaching as a Profession program . if this program was not set , I not be able to find my career . Rhis Teaching as a Profession program gave me the chance to work in the field along side teachers in middle school , in elementary school , along with the Special Educations department . It gives a great experience and hands on learning that most probably don't see until college years
--Submitted by a student

North Cobb has excellent teachers and a good administration.
--Submitted by a parent

I am unable to as my son recently moved back to America from Jamaica.I need to be involved also as i am in touch through his guardian. He seems to be doing well
--Submitted by a parent

There are many excellent teachers. Unfortunately, there are also some that don't deserve to be in a classroom. It is unfortunate when a teacher whose style and qualifications are more suited to early elementary education is allowed to frustrate classes of honors, gifted, and magnet students. It is particularly frustrating when the administration is unresponsive to repeated complaints from parents, students, and school staff about these situations. The school has suffered from several changes in leadership in the past few years. Overall, the school is average, but the magnet School for International Studies at North Cobb offers great education opportunities to challenge students that want to excel. The magnet school brings overall school performance to above average.
--Submitted by a parent

I am extremely disappointed. I am dealing with an issue with my child and another student at the school. As a concerned parent I wanted to deal with the issue immediately. The administrators were cold and could care less about our concerns or views . So far we are the only ones trying to get a fair resolution..they won't even call me back. We've made 3 trips so far to speak with the admins and the principal...neither knows what the other is talking about including the principal. I received no help from anyone. I was told one thing would happen but instead I got the run around and it was a totally different outcome. It doesn't seem that they are fair with the discipline and rules..it just depends on who you are talking to..no real interest in the parents concerns. I hate every aspect of this school .
--Submitted by a parent