New Bridge Middle School

Hands down the best middle school in the Jacksonville, NC area. Here, the students actually care (because they're the best the area's got to offer) and if they slip up here, they'll be sent off to one of the other schools like Jacksonville Commons where that school will be forced to deal with all the "problematic" kids. There is structure and administration with a backbone in place here...basically, if you can get in (there is limited space)...do it! I am an ex-teacher from this area and know what I'm talking about. The location may be in an older part of the city, but unlike JCMS (which looks new), this school's cover cannot be judged by the outside appearance. A 5 star school...at least for the state of NC.
--Submitted by a teacher

Compared to all of the middle schools in the Jacksonville area we were fortunate (lucky) to have our child attend New Bridge for his 7th and 8th grade. The teachers were very involved and helpful when it comes to parent and teacher communication. Having that one on one communication with the teacher via email was important. Our child was both challenged and given the opportunity to express his points of view. The teacher to student ratio was about 15 to 20. All of the teachers and staff were very helpful. The students had great camaraderie.
--Submitted by a parent

New Bridge is a great school, with wonderful caring teachers. My only complaint is the projects! It is the 2nd week of school and my daughter has already had 2 projects due this week. I beleive that the kids can learn the same material w/o all the projects. However I will try to get my son in when he gets old enough. :-)
--Submitted by a parent

My son attended NBMS 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and there are not enough words to describe how we feel about this school. He loved this school and just started 9th grade and is so prepared for high school. The teachers are so together and friendly. The principal and asst. are awesome. He wishes that they had a high school as well as the kids that went there with him. It was worth the commute everyday although the bus comes and picks the kids up. If our daughter does not get in we will be devastated. They are #1 in the county in their scores and the kids take such great pride in this school. Go Go Go if you get the chance. You will not regret it!!!!!! Denise Rhodes BEARS HAVE PRIDE!!
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter attended NBMS for the sixth, seventh and eighth grade years of middle school. She definitely increased her academic abilties under the guidance, tutelage and direction of the teachers and staff at the school. The concentration on Math, Science and Language Arts has definitely provided her the educational background, firm standards and confidence to begin her high school years beginning this fall. The three year experience at NBMS taught her to be academically responsible, scholastically prepared, administratively organized and a good citizen. Our family has a heartfelt appreciation for the professionalism of the Principal, his staff and all of the teachers at the school. Thank You.
--Submitted by Bob Butler, a parent

I LOVED going to NBMS! It was the best years of my life and I will never forget it! The teachers are AWESOME! Everyone should go here! New Bridge is the best!
--Submitted by a student

Awesomeist School Ever! My daughter goes there and its the best thing thats ever happened 2 her! =) <3 ya
--Submitted by a parent

Thank God For New Bridge! Best school in onslow county! This school is full of teachers and staff who actually care about the kids. I was ready to move out of Onslow County because of the school system when my son was accepted into New Bridge and so far I am extremely happy with this school. If you live in onslow county it is worth trying to get into New Bridge. This school is full of extracurricular activities from sports to music and art. The bottom line is New Bridge is everything I could want or need for my children in a school!
--Submitted by Carrie, a parent

This is an awesome school! I am in 8th grade this year and all of my teachers do a great job of keeping us on track and making sure we do our best. My mom used to teach at New Bridge so I have been fond with the school for many years. You also make great friends from many counties that you would have never made if you didn't go to the Magnet School. NBMS always gets great EOG scores and they have a pletora of activities for you to do after school or even during school. If you want to know more, go to http://www.onslow.k12.nc.us/nbms/
--Submitted by a student

My daughter is in her first year at this school and I am very impressed. This is a wonderful school and the staff are doing a great job. My daughter is doing well and she loves the school pride that this school shows..
--Submitted by a parent