Loy Norrix High School

As a alumni of Loy Norrix I would highly recommend the school to prospective students. Yes it has a bad rap and you hear mostly about the negative aspects to it but it was a wonderful school for me and I don't regret a minute I spent there. I was very active in athletics and the music department all of my 4 years there. I never once had a problem with a teacher, student or activity that I participated in. I was not a gifted student academically and I always had teachers that were more than willing to work with me after school and between classes to ensure my success. I enjoyed a variety of the classes offered including French, law and gym. Every school has its issues and Norrix is no exception however, don't let the amount of negative reviews on this site scare you away from sending your children here. High school isn't easy for anyone, you have to apply and push yourself in order to succeed.

Loy Norrix has been a great disapointment. If you want quality classes you better be ready for a lot of work. Don't be slow signing up for classes or you will get classes like dancing, weight lifting, german. They have never been able to give my children the upper level classes they have asked for. We have sent 4 children there and they were lucky to get two or three classes a semister that were what they wanted. I must say that they have done somethings better for the last two. The Kalamazoo has helped a very little. Need many more parents that are willing to complain about class selection.
—Submitted by a parent

Loy norrix is a wonderful school and people look over that fact the musical and drama department at Loy Norrix is marvelous! and the school is diverse
—Submitted by a student

We have a diverse, awesome school with great teachers.
—Submitted by a parent

Loy Norrix is in sad shape. With the removal of David LaPrarie I thought it would make a turn for the better... but the administration continues to be weak and the students as a whole are not there for an education.
—Submitted by a parent

As a senior at Loy Norrix High School I would have to say the future of this school is looking brighter. This has and always will be a safe school. The teachers are okay, its easy to tell which teachers will be helpful for each students learning form. The extra curricular activities are getting better. The new principal Mr. Edwards is the star that this school has needed for a while, he has made dicipline tighter and as a student I am glad he came.
—Submitted by a student

Loy Norrix used to be an excellent school. My older son had a wonderful experience there, but the climate has changed dramatically over the past 4 years. The halls are unsafe, students are allowed to wander with no intention of going to class. The safety of students is not a priority of administration as they look the other way for the most chronic offenderse. With the implementation of the Promise, free tuition for all graduates, there seems to be a decrease in accountability and enforcement. There appears to be a overriding mood of families will stay for the promise of college tuition and discipline can become secondary to the politics.
—Submitted by a parent

I believe the biggest problem with Norrix is that not enough parents get involved with their children s lives. As a recent former student I never once felt threatened or unsafe. The diversity has had an amazing impact on my life. I would never think twice about sending my child or anyone else to this school. Norrix gave me many opportunities to grow and learn. I am thankful for my experience.
—Submitted by a former student

This is a very simple concept to understand, High school to many students, is like a second home. A place to learn and a place to visit. How can parents expect the best from the staff, from their own children, when their involvement is minimal. Parents, if you expect more, give more...more of your time to your childern and to the school. Show that you care and show some school spirit! Problems need to be fixed at home, on the street,not in the school environment. loy Norrix is a great school,parents and students just need to start believing.
—Submitted by a student

My daughter has been a student at Loy Norrix the past four years. She has found numerous activities to her liking including teachers who have guided and opened they way for a career she is considering. She, her mom and I are aware of the challenges at Loy Norrix yet were I to do this again I would choose Norrix as the school for her. I don't feel this is an unsafe atmosphere yet one of real world challenges for staff and students.
—Submitted by a parent

Police officer stationed in school building is necessary to hallway safety. School superintendent is intolerant of suspensions, has tried to distance herself from problem. School has fine theatre and music curriculum but is an unsafe learning environment.
—Submitted by a staff

The teachers at this school are of the best I've seen. The major problems from what I gather are unusually large class sizes, a lack of supplies, and a lack of parent involvement! You cant expect a school to run smoothly when a majority of the parents expect the school to raise their kids.
—Submitted by a parent

Despite the negative public criticism i've been seeing lately about Loy Norrix, I still believe its a good place for kids to go to school. we also have a great robust diversity of after school clubs, an uncommonly healthy and renound arts program, and many wonderful and talented students (very high college turnout of LN graduates, etc.). Sure, we're going through some rough times. But 'yo, you gotta keep up your reps' just does not paint the whole picture.
—Submitted by Andy Argo, a student

My daughter is currently a Junior at Loy Norrix and she constantly complains about how rude her teachers are. There are only 4 or 5 good teachers who respect their students at the school. Students don't have any freedom and they are constantly under watch. There are not enough teachers in the school for each child to get the help that they need. I think that you should really think twice before enrolling your child at Loy Norrix. If my daughter could go to a different school then I would send her to one.
—Submitted by a parent

My student is a senior this is her last year and I have had only a few problems and that was with her schedule. When I meet with teachers they have all seemed very nice and had time to talk about anything and answer any questions. The teachers at Loy Norrix are great.
—Submitted by a student