Northland High School is a public high school in Columbus, Ohio, United States, NHS is a part of the Columbus City Schools system and opened in 1966 The current principal is Jason Johnson and athletic teams are known as the Vikings with school colors of green and gold.
Serving 970 students in grades 9-12, Northland High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 970 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Northland High School's student population of 970 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
970 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Let’s Aspire, Achieve, and Adapt because that’s the Viking way!
School Rankings
Northland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northland High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2925 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
57%
17%
White
7%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northland High School's ranking?
Northland High School is ranked #2925 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northland High School often compared to?
Northland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerville-south High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northland High School?
The graduation rate of Northland High School is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northland High School?
970 students attend Northland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Northland High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northland High School?
Northland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northland High School offer ?
Northland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland High School part of?
Northland High School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Northland High School located?
Northland High School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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