Serving 938 students in grades 9-12, Northridge High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northridge High School's student population of 938 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge High School is 0.46, 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
#5565 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge High School's ranking?
Northridge High School is ranked #5565 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northridge High School often compared to?
Northridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Of Arts And Sciences, Granada Hills Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northridge High School?
938 students attend Northridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Northridge High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 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 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge High School offer ?
Northridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northridge High School part of?
Northridge High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Northridge High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day New Assistant Principals (*Main Calendar -All Events)
July 29, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Instruction (*Main Calendar -All Events)
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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