Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge School serves the eastern part of Orem, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northridge School's student population of 397 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge School's ranking?
Northridge School is ranked #180 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Northridge School often compared to?
Northridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Northridge School?
397 students attend Northridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northridge School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge School?
Northridge School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge School offer ?
Northridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northridge School part of?
Northridge School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Northridge School located?
Northridge School is located in the Northridge neighborhood of Orem, UT.
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