Northern Career Institute serves 137 students in grades 11-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Career Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Career Institute's student population of 137 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Jan 1, 2026
School Motto
'Success Starts Here!'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern Career Institute is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northern Career Institute?
137 students attend Northern Career Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northern Career Institute students are White, 32% 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 Northern Career Institute?
Northern Career Institute has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northern Career Institute offer ?
Northern Career Institute offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Career Institute part of?
Northern Career Institute is part of Willoughby-Eastlake City School District.
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