North Kingstown High School
North Kingstown Senior High School is a public secondary school located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States. The school, which serves grades 9–12, is attended by residents of both North Kingstown and Jamestown. As of 2014–15, there were 1,407 students enrolled, and the faculty consisted of approximately 100 teachers.
History
In 1901, the State Board of Education in Rhode Island approved the establishment of the Wickford Academy. Four years later, in 1905, the first graduates received their diplomas. 2005 marked the school's 100th anniversary. In the 2000's, a new school building replaced the old building, and is noted for opening the day after 9/11.Notable alumni
Elizabeth Beisel, a 2010 graduate of North Kingstown Senior High School, is a former international swimmer who won two Olympic medals. Beisel graduated from University of Florida in 2014 after competing in the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. She retired from swimming in 2018 and competed in Survivor: Island of the Idols.Peter F. Neronha, a 1981 graduate of North Kingstown Senior High School, is the current Attorney General of Rhode Island and former United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island.
Liz Beretta-Perik, a 1981 graduate of North Kingstown Senior High School is the current chairwoman of Rhode Island Democratic Party