Northridge Academy High School is a public high school located in Northridge, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Serving 832 students in grades 9-12, Northridge Academy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge Academy High serves the northern part of its school district in Northridge, CA, covering an area of approximately 46.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located up to 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Academy High School's student population of 832 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
832 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Motto
Inspire & Achieve
School Rankings
Northridge Academy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Academy High School is 0.42, which is less 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
#4121 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Royal blue
School Mascot
Puma
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Academy High School's ranking?
Northridge Academy High School is ranked #4121 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northridge Academy High School often compared to?
Northridge Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granada Hills Charter, Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Northridge Academy High School?
832 students attend Northridge Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northridge Academy High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Academy High School?
Northridge Academy High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge Academy High School offer ?
Northridge Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northridge Academy High School part of?
Northridge Academy High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break -No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break -No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break -No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break -No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break -No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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