Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Northridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Northridge Middle School's student population of 727 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Middle School is 0.62, 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
#315 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
36%
32%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Middle School's ranking?
Northridge Middle School is ranked #315 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northridge Middle School often compared to?
Northridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Middle School, Echols Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Northridge Middle School?
727 students attend Northridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northridge Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge Middle School?
Northridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge Middle School offer ?
Northridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Middle School part of?
Northridge Middle School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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