Serving 259 students in grades 4-5, Northgate Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northgate Intermediate's student population of 259 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northgate Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northgate Intermediate is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2165 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
62%
17%
White
11%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate Intermediate's ranking?
Northgate Intermediate is ranked #2165 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northgate Intermediate?
259 students attend Northgate Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Northgate Intermediate students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northgate Intermediate?
Northgate Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northgate Intermediate offer ?
Northgate Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Northgate Intermediate part of?
Northgate Intermediate is part of Columbus City School District.
In what neighborhood is Northgate Intermediate located?
Northgate Intermediate is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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