Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Northside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Middle School's student population of 408 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Middle 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 Northside Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
91%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Middle School's ranking?
Northside Middle School is ranked #408 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northside Middle School often compared to?
Northside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sipsey Valley Middle School, Davisemerson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Northside Middle School?
408 students attend Northside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northside Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Middle School?
Northside Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside Middle School offer ?
Northside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northside Middle School part of?
Northside Middle School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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