Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge Elementary serves the west part of the Newton, KS school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
29%
23%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
58%
60%
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Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
345 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Newton School District.
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