Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Northridge Middle 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 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Johnstown, OH, covering approximately 137.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Middle School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Northridge Middle 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 Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1758 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Middle School's ranking?
Northridge Middle School is ranked #1758 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northridge Middle School often compared to?
Northridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northridge Middle School?
270 students attend Northridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Northridge Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Middle School?
Northridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio 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 Northridge Local School District.
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