Upper School
Three words define our high school student experience: rigorous, connections, complete.
Rigorous coursework has several advantages. In addition to preparing our students for college life and beyond, important relationships form between students and teachers. We work closely with parents and believe students benefit when teachers, administrators and parents communicate skillfully and work in partnership. The better we work together, the more meaningful the environment we can create for our students.
Yet upper school at NSCD is more than just academics. Students develop into well-rounded adults by stretching themselves with experiences in performing arts, athletics, service, activities and meaningful connections made with their teachers and peers.
Dave Potter
Head of Upper School
Program Overview
Curriculum Guide
By the Numbers
Paging
8 to 1
Student to Teacher Ratio
35%
Students of Color
100
Years NSCD has been serving the greater Chicago area
215
Students In Upper School
42
ZIP CODES REPRESENTED
63%
FACULTY WITH ADVANCED DEGREES