Northfield Academy serves 106 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Northfield Academy's student population of 106 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northfield Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
34%
21%
White
56%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)75-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Northfield Academy?
The graduation rate of Northfield Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northfield Academy?
106 students attend Northfield Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northfield Academy students are White, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield Academy?
Northfield Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northfield Academy offer ?
Northfield Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northfield Academy part of?
Northfield Academy is part of Maury County School District.
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