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College Board's AP Honor Roll
YES Prep North Central Secondary is proud to announce that we have been recognized by the College Board’s 2023 AP School Honor Roll.
YES Fest Rescheduled
Event rescheduled to January 2024! Exact date coming soon!
Experience YES school tours
Join us for a glimpse into our schools, meet school staff, experience firsthand school layouts, school culture and more!
Refer A Family
Know a family or friend who may be interested in YES Prep? Send them our way!
Celebrating 25 Years of YES
Visit our 25th anniversary webpage to learn more about our history, hear from our most tenured staff & more!
2023-2024 Academic Calendar
The 2023-2024 Academic Calendar is now available! View or download a copy by clicking below.
North Central Ranks Top 2% in the Nation
North Central ranks in the top 2% best high schools in the nation per U.S. News & World Report.
Trailblazer Times. Every Friday.
Family Notes are sent to families every Friday. Stay informed on the happenings around campus.
About Us
At YES Prep North Central, we strive to blaze a trail so excellent that others are compelled to follow. Whether it be through our enthusiasm in the classroom, our passion for serving the community, or our commitment to providing a holistic education, we are dedicated to providing ALL students with the tools they need to be successful on their path through college and beyond.
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Who We Are
90%
First Generation College Students
97%
African American and Hispanic
85%
Economically Disadvantaged
90%
Graduation Rate
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