John W. North High School

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John W. North High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1550 3rd St,  Riverside, CA
Riverside Unified School District
3.9
3.4
2,227 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Lynne Sheffield
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
88
Full Time Teachers
88
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
550
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
21
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
32.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
5.9%
State Average
19.4%
Science
2.8%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
459:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.6%
Hispanic
75.6%
Black
8.9%
White
7.4%
Asian
2.9%
Two or more races
1.3%
Filipino
1.1%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#171 Niche Standout HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Riverside 406 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 363 Students
Riverside City College 325 Students
University of California - Irvine 323 Students
University of California - San Diego 314 Students
California State University, San Bernardino 279 Students
University of California - Berkeley 242 Students
San Diego State University 209 Students
San Francisco State University 204 Students
California Baptist University 202 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 148 Students
Business 139 Students
Nursing 127 Students
Biology 125 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 60 Students
Political Science and Government 51 Students
Computer Science 43 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 42 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 39 Students
Criminology 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 367 Reviews
5.0 Parent
3/18/2026
My son has been going to John W north since 9th grade I have never had a problem with anyone at this school.
4.0 Senior
4/18/2025
I've had just a great experience here. I've been presented with so many opportunities that a lot of other high schools don't offer. My teachers have always been so supportive if my dreams and goals and have always offered help when I needed it. They have been so great. The school is one of the oldest schools in riverside and it needs a lot of work. I'm sad it took so long for their upgrades when it's one of the most successful schools. I just am so great to have been able to attend North High school.
4.0 Junior
2/2/2024
I have been at John W North for three years and I wasn't sure what to expect. But, there is a sense of family at the school the teachers and counselors are doing their best for students to have both a fun and educational four years. If you really want to get ahead and earn college credit North High School has two ways to do so is our AP and IB program. Both programs do a good job preparing students for college.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 7 Reviews
5.0 student
3/19/2021
North is an amazing school like literally l have no words for this amazing school. Everyone in this school are so welcoming. The teachers are super duper nice just amazing and great teachers if you need anything you can always go up to them and ask they are always welcoming. The positive vibe I get...
5.0 student
2/16/2019
This is honestly the best school ever! The atmosphere is very welcoming. Both staff and teachers are very kind and helpful. We have so much school pride. Not to mention the facilities are top notch. You won't regret being a husky because it will be a pleasure!
1.0 other
9/3/2017
lA QUINTA IS BETTER. 14 TO 6
4.0 student
9/3/2016
When going to North, you have to realize that there are essentially TWO schools which go here, not just the one which shows up on a piece of paper. There is the IB and AP program and the rest of the school. Within the IB/AP program you meet a huge amount of good students who are always willing to he...

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John W. North High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Riverside, CA and is served by the Riverside Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,227 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. John W. North High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $544,868. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lincoln High School, Polytechnic High School, Riverside STEM Academy, and more. Learn more about what Riverside has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John W. North High School.

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