About Us

About 

Northbrook Junior High School serves approximately 620 students in grades 6-8. It is our goal to partner with parents to create a learning environment that is engaging, challenging, and supportive.

Our students consistently score well above average on local and state assessments. In 2023, Northbrook Junior High received the National Blue Ribbon Award for Exemplary High-Performing Schools. The award recognizes the highest performing schools as measured by state assessments and nationally normed tests. 

"At NBJH, our goal is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to take risks and challenge themselves in and out of the classroom. We are always looking for new ways to involve students in planning activities and making decisions.” -Dr. Scott Meek, Principal 

Block Schedule

NBJH has a ten-period schedule -- nine 40-minute periods and one 30-minute X-Block. Sixth- through eighth-graders complete a core curriculum in Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language (Spanish or French). LA and Math are paired together in a 3-period block with classes alternating between 40 and 80 minutes each day. Resource support periods are available for students as needed. Students are also provided with opportunities to explore elective interests in Art, Drama, Music, Woodworking, STEM, and Literacy. Students enroll in physical education classes each year, with one quarter each year devoted to health and wellness.

Students have a 30-minute X-Block period daily. During X-Block, students develop study skills, complete homework, and develop a sense of community. This block of time is used to provide academic intervention support in math and literacy three days per week and also serves as a time for weekly social-emotional literacy activities that focus on a wide range of middle school topics.

Fine Arts and Activities

We offer a music program that includes band, orchestra, and choir. Students in band and orchestra attend weekly lessons with one of the music directors, as well as morning rehearsals two to three times a week. Our school’s performance groups are consistently recognized locally, regionally, and statewide with superior ratings. Thanks to our dedicated staff and supportive PTO, NBJH students can also participate on athletic teams and in a variety of extra-curricular clubs and activities throughout the year. NBJH is a member of the Central Suburban Middle School Athletic Conference.