Serving 763 students in grades 6-8, Northside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northside Middle School's student population of 763 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1489 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
43%
22%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Middle School's ranking?
Northside Middle School is ranked #1489 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northside Middle School?
763 students attend Northside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northside Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Middle School?
Northside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Middle School offer ?
Northside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Middle School part of?
Northside Middle School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside Middle School located?
Northside Middle School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.
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