Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Northside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Middle serves the northern part of Norfolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Middle School's student population of 732 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
732 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1525 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Middle School's ranking?
Northside Middle School is ranked #1525 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northside Middle School?
732 students attend Northside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northside Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Middle School?
Northside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Middle School offer ?
Northside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Middle School part of?
Northside Middle School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside Middle School located?
Northside Middle School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.
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