Northside High School is one of five high schools in Roanoke County, Virginia.
Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, Northside High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Black, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.66, 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
#126 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #126 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, William Byrd High School, Glenvar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
923 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Northside High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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