Northgate High School serves 1,492 students in grades 9-12.
Northgate High School placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northgate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Northgate High School's student population of 1,492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northgate High School is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Northgate High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#160 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate High School's ranking?
Northgate High School is ranked #160 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northgate High School?
The graduation rate of Northgate High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northgate High School?
1,492 students attend Northgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northgate High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northgate High School?
Northgate High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Northgate High School offer ?
Northgate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northgate High School part of?
Northgate High School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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