Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Northridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northridge Middle School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2989 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
29%
17%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Middle School's ranking?
Northridge Middle School is ranked #2989 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northridge Middle School?
354 students attend Northridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northridge Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge Middle School?
Northridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge Middle School offer ?
Northridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northridge Middle School part of?
Northridge Middle School is part of Northridge Local School District.
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