Northridge High School is a public high school in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, enrolling just over 1000 students in grades 9–12 as of spring 2021. It is one of three high schools in the Tuscaloosa City School District.
Serving 1,153 students in grades 9-12, Northridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge High School serves the northwest part of Tuscaloosa, AL, covering an area of approximately 45.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance from the school to the zone's edge of 7.4 miles and the furthest edge being 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northridge High School's student population of 1,153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,153 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Northridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Sky blue and black
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge High School's ranking?
Northridge High School is ranked #385 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northridge High School often compared to?
Northridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul W Bryant High School, Central High School, Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northridge High School?
1,153 students attend Northridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Northridge High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge High School?
Northridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge High School offer ?
Northridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge High School part of?
Northridge High School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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