Serving 1,145 students in grades 9-12, Northridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge High School's student population of 1,145 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
36%
32%
White
56%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge High School's ranking?
Northridge High School is ranked #454 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northridge High School often compared to?
Northridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul W Bryant High School, Hillcrest High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge High School is 88%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northridge High School?
1,145 students attend Northridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northridge High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge High School?
Northridge High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge High School offer ?
Northridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northridge High School part of?
Northridge High School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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