I'm a graduate of Northridge Prep class of 2008. I might say that Northridge Prep was one of the greatest choices my family has made. I loved the friends i made and teachers that guided me all through my year at Northridge and now even after I'm in college they have been great help. Yes they are some
... Read more new administration that is leaving the ideals the school that i remember was founded upon, and some outstanding faculty are being let go that have inspired me and many other graduates. I love Northridge Prep but with the new administration I dont see it staying the same. I loved my time there the best times of my life hands down. Read less
Posted by a other on 04/02/09
Academically, Northridge is tops, offering a large number of Advanced Placement and Honors level courses, but the real key to the Northridge experience is that the students are treated and expected to act like the young men they are. They learn to become self-confident, and moral leaders. My son has
... Read more really 'learned how to learn' there. Come to an open house to see for yourself. This school is worth every penny, and so much more. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/04/09
The school is very uneven. A few teachers are very good,; a few are poor; the rest average. There has been much turnover of faculty and a declining enrollment the last years. Classroom discipline remains a problem. A few very bright students from religously motivated families attend; most HS students
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Posted by a parent on 08/30/08
Highly qualified teachers. Great discipline for boys. Strong educational principles
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Posted by a parent on 01/28/06
This is an excellent school for young men who want a rigorous academic atmosphere in a traditional Roman Catholic environment. Teachers challenge the students to go beyond the regular classroom instruction by forcing them to take ownership of their learning and in particular develop strong time and
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Posted by a parent on 12/07/05
The primary goal seems to be to cultivate parents and their wealth first. The one bright spot is that the Catholic faith is taught well. Unfortunately there are far better options for academics, extracurriculars, and character education. Students often find themselves ill prepared for the rigors of
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Posted by a parent on 11/15/04
Two sons have graduated. They are at the top of their class at Northwestern University and University of Illinois at Champaign. They are gentlemen of high quality. Northridge has been the best for my sons.
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Posted by a parent on 09/09/03
Northridge is a school that teaches both academics and Catholic morals to the boys. It is a treasure!
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Posted by a parent on 08/26/03
What am improvement for my son...Academically,spirirtually and socially. I have great respect for this school!
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Gifted and Talented
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specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Niles schools — Northridge Preparatory School is located at 8320 Ballard Rd, Niles IL 60714. 8320 Ballard Rd is in the 60714 ZIP code in Niles, IL The school district for Northridge Preparatory School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. Northridge Preparatory School is a Private school that serves grade levels 6 - 12.
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