Serving 535 students in grades 9-12, Northside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama 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 Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 535 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
92%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #1038 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northside High School often compared to?
Northside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sipsey Valley High School, Tuscaloosa County High School 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 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
535 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northside High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Both my children went to Northside. Pleased with the education and opportunities that Northside provided.
5 10/10/2025
My oldest grandson attended walker from kindergarten to fifth grade. Then he moved on to Northside middle school from six grade to the eighth grade and is now in high school, and I can't say enough good things about the teachers the principles who work so hard every day. To pay attention to each student. I also Attended Walker Elementary, and Northside High School and nothings changed it is still an incredible school.
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