Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Johnstown, OH, encompassing approximately 137.2 square miles. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 16 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Viking!
School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1132 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
White
88%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
546 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Northridge Local School District.
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