Serving 464 students in grades 3-5, Northside School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside School serves the southwest part of Opelika, AL, covering an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northside School's student population of 464 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
Northside School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside School is 0.63, 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
#241 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside School's ranking?
Northside School is ranked #241 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northside School often compared to?
Northside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Avenue Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Northside School?
464 students attend Northside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Northside School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside School?
Northside School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside School offer ?
Northside School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside School part of?
Northside School is part of Opelika City School District.
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