Northside High School

My son ia Autistic and the services and education that he has gotten thus far has been outstanding
—Submitted by a parent

As a parent of a graduating senior, I had to give a huge "way to go!" to the principal and staff at Northside. Our daughter has flourished in this school both through academics and sports. The teachers are great and push the kids to want to achieve great things for themselves. I would recommend this school to anyone coming to Jacksonville!
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter is a senior this year and my other is a freshman. I can't say enough good things about Northside. The principal is very involved and cares about her students. The teachers are active in the student's education, they want the student to succeed. They stress the importance of parent/teacher communication. I am updated on progress through emails as needed. The sports program is equally good. They just started a swim team and girls lacrosse.
—Submitted by a parent

I went to northside last year and had to move out of state being that my dad was military. I know Northside is a great school. The teachers are such an encouragement to the students and to each other. At Northside a helping hand is never far when you have fallen. If i could still be there rather tha here i would be.
—Submitted by a student

I am a Senior at Northside High School and I have spent the last four years at NHS and have enjoyed every minute. I cannot say much in regards to the regular class teachers but as for the honors courses and AP courses, it is easy to tell tat nearly every teacher has a passion for their subject and a desire to make every pupil succeed. The teachers do not teach straight from the book, they get up and illustrate their topics with examples and activities. They challenge us to answer questions and solve problems to the best of our ability. If a student is not doing well in a class the teachers are always there after school to offer help or extra instruction. We are not treated like immature children but as responsible young adults who can make our own desicions.
—Submitted by a student

I've met some parents from Swansboro HS and they said they've heard bad things (especially drug-use) about Northside High School. After watching our Marching Band and our team play last Fri, they now have a high regard for our school. My daughter just graduated from Northside and has received an academic scholarship at NC State, and my son is a Junior playing football for the school. I have never been more proud of our school. Keep it up!
—Submitted by a parent

I am a student at Northside High School and wouldn't want to go to any other school. Northside not only has a great athletic department but a great academic department as well. The teachers here are great at what they do and I am confident that I will score high on my EOCs and exams.
—Submitted by a student

The academic program of the school is by far one of the best, along with extracurricular activites. Northside has some of the best Teachers North Carolina has to offer. Not only do the teachers and staff of Northside High School excel in their area of expertise, they also bring a sense of comfort to the classrooms, and throughout the entire school. The principal, Mr. James, could be more open to the reasonable ideas the student body puts in front of him.
—Submitted by Mandi, a student

My daughter graduated from there with superb grades, only to realize she was behind the curve once she got to college. I blame Northside HS for not better preparing her for the academic challenges she must face. I am completely disappointed in this school and I hope that someone will reflect on the past years and make some much-needed changes to staff, parent involvment and more.
—Submitted by a parent

The staff of NHS have been nothing less than wonderful and caring. We have been impressed with all of our interactions with the NHS staff. When considering a move, we could leave the Commons area because NHS is that wonderful. If you have a chance to send your child to this school, don't even hesitate! You won't be disappointed!
—Submitted by Becky Carr, a parent

Excellent school with a superb principal and awesome teachers. This school is top of the line! The students and teachers are held to a high standard of expectations and students can trully excel here. Mr. James, the principal, is wonderful!
—Submitted by Staci Torrence-Sallis, a parent

Great teachers along with good students. sports is a great activity at northside high school and many students are involved with them. Parent involvement is tremendous.
—Submitted by a student