Northside College Preparatory High School, a magnet school, provides all core courses at the Honors or Advanced Placement level. The foundation of the academic programs includes Global Initiative, Integrated Math Program, Physics First, Colloquium, Constitutional Law, Senior Projects, seven languages, as well as a variety of experiences in literature and the arts. The courses use a block schedule, facilitating in-depth exploration and understanding of various subjects.

Students can also participate in study abroad programs.

This high school offers more than 50 clubs and activities and a full array of athletic teams.

Economically disadvantaged students make up 38 percent of the Northside College Preparatory High School student body.