North High School

2960 North Speer Boulevard

School District

Denver County 1
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

School Map for Denver County 1 School District

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 03, 2023

My family has several generations who have attended North High School and now both my children are attending. The staff and teachers are very involved in helping students to succeed in their classes by outreaching parents, giving tutoring times through the week and in school social emotional support. The staff make every effort to support every educational need for each student, including special education considerations.There is opportunity for students to take college level courses, earn college credit and get an associate degree while in high school. I am proud that both my children are attending North and I would encourage if you have questions attend an open house or just schedule a time to meet with principal or assistant principal for more information.
Submitted by parent on September 01, 2023

Lots of opportunities to engage with other families and staff. CSC, coffees with the principal, family events, art shows, theater performances, sporting events, etc. Wonderful and caring staff. Diverse class offerings including embedded honors classes to increase honors participation. AP and concurrent enrollment options. Something for everyone.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2023

Our two sons had outstanding experiences at North High School. The school was the perfect size to find the clubs and activities that resonated with them. They were able to build supportive relationships through those activities, and they were able to challenge themselves with a wide variety of classes at levels that met their needs for each subject. They received excellent advisement and were well prepared for college. They had a 504 plan and an IEP and their support staff truly cared about them, their interests, and their futures. We loved the community at North and made lifelong friends as involved parents. Finally, the administration and staff worked hard to help all the kids through their toughest life experience, COVID-19. We will be forever grateful to North for preparing our boys for the world and giving us so many wonderful memories.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2023

The North teachers, staff and admin are so dedicated to our students. They love them and they love the whole community and it shows. They are able to meet the needs of an enormous variety of students, from AP and college level instruction, remedial support, sports, theater, the arts, as well as showing an appreciation for the incredible cultural diversity that the student body brings. It’s a privilege to be part of such a vibrant community with long standing traditions.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2023

We are so very grateful for North High School - and Skinner and Brown that feed it! Both of our kids attended these schools k-12. They had every opportunity they needed including both Special Education and Advanced Learning intervention. Arts (mostly theatre and music for our kids but we have heard the same about Visual) sports, AP, Concurrent Enrollment, Honors, Computer Science, STEM... North does it all and in an accessible way that allows newcomers and already skilled kids to thrive. Can't write about this school without talking about the staff. First off; there are SO many adults in the building! Our kids and we are never without a human to go to to answer our question. In addition to the stellar Counseling Staff, The College and Career Readiness Center is full of folks with an open door to help kids and families navigate the "what comes next?" question while still helping kids focus on taking full advantage of high school. AND our kids get to walk to school! We see North kids and families all over the neighborhood. It's a rare week when a neighbor doesn't tell me they saw one of my boys walking to or from school. Being a North Family gives us that close-knit, embraced small town feel right here in our big city. We are so Proud to be Vikings!
Submitted by parent on September 14, 2018

We moved to North because of peer issues at another school. We have not had issues at this school to know whether or not the administration deals with bullying 'effectively.'I do feel as though North does not promote College Prep and concurrent enrollment nearly as well as our other high school did though. It has been quite disappointing.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2018

Excellent. We have been happy with the courses offered, the teachers, the sports programs and the environment.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2018

We are the proud parents of a North High School student, and we would not have our daughter at any other school. Choices abound for families and their children's education, but I don't think you can go wrong at North. We absolutely love North and have told our friends and neighbors the same since our daughter started there almost three years ago. There are numerous afterschool programs for kids (and families!) including those in the arts and in athletics, and the kids take an immense pride in their school. The students, teachers, staff, and supportive community makes North a great place to send your child.
Submitted by parent on March 23, 2018

High. I have a graduate of North and a current sophomore and I truly could not be happier with the education and experience provided at North High School. My graduate is thriving at CU and my 15 year old is thriving in his studies and in athletics.
Submitted by parent on January 17, 2014

North is a great place to send you children to high school! Dedicated teachers, multiple opportunities for athletics and other after school activities. AP and honors classes and support for struggling students. Staff is wonderful at addressing both academic and social needs of students and make it a priority to offer support and encouragement to students. North is a great school that offers something for everyone!
Submitted by student on July 25, 2013

A school on the rise to greatness. I love that you are always rewarded for your good work here, with certificates, plaques, medals, and gift cards. Even if the school hasn't had the best reputation, now it is a great school, where you will get a good education from great teachers.