Northridge High School is part of Northridge Local Schools. The school is located in Dayton, Ohio, United States. The school mascot is the polar bear. Northridge's mission is "Educating Today for Tomorrow's Success".
Serving 493 students in grades 9-12, Northridge 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dayton, OH, covering approximately 6.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge High School's student population of 493 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge 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 Northridge High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2561 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
51%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Polar Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge High School's ranking?
Northridge High School is ranked #2561 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northridge High School often compared to?
Northridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northridge High School?
493 students attend Northridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northridge High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge High School?
Northridge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio 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 Northridge Local School District.
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