History

Atlantic City High School began to grow with the city's expanding population at the turn of the 20th century. After its first purpose‑built facility at Illinois and Arctic Avenues proved too small, the high school moved in 1901 to a larger building at Ohio and Pacific Avenues. This second location allowed the school to accommodate a rapidly increasing student body and became central to secondary education in the city during the early 1900s. The Ohio Avenue campus served students through a period of significant community growth, and after the high school relocated to a newer facility it continued to be used for educational purposes within the district.

By the early 1920s, further expansion and evolving educational needs led to the construction of a third Atlantic City High School at Albany and Atlantic Avenues, which opened on September 17, 1923. This building was an important landmark in Atlantic City for decades, known for its large auditorium and iconic architectural features that reflected the pride and ambition of the community. Generations of students passed through its doors as the city and its schools continued to develop. Throughout its long history at this site, the building was a hub for academics, arts, and athletics, becoming deeply woven into the local cultural fabric before eventually being replaced by a modern facility.