Serving 459 students in grades 3-5, Northside School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northside School's student population of 459 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside School is 0.60, 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
#218 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
53%
32%
White
35%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 School's ranking?
Northside School is ranked #218 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northside School often compared to?
Northside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Avenue Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Northside School?
459 students attend Northside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Northside School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside School?
Northside School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside School offer ?
Northside School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Northside School part of?
Northside School is part of Opelika City School District.
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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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