Serving 912 students in grades 9-12, Northside High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 912 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.62, 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
#126 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
17%
22%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #126 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northside High School often compared to?
Northside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring High School, Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
912 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northside High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of Roanoke Co PBLC Schs School District.
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