Northside High School is one of five high schools in Roanoke County, Virginia.
Serving 919 students in grades 9-12, Northside High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Black, Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #486 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northside High School often compared to?
Northside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring High School, Glenvar High School, Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
919 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northside High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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