Serving 501 students in grades 5-6, Northport Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northport Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northport Intermediate School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northport Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northport Intermediate School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
17%
32%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northport Intermediate School's ranking?
Northport Intermediate School is ranked #225 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Northport Intermediate School?
501 students attend Northport Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northport Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northport Intermediate School?
Northport Intermediate School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Northport Intermediate School offer ?
Northport Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Northport Intermediate School part of?
Northport Intermediate School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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