Northridge High School is a public high school in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, enrolling just over 1000 students in grades 9–12 as of spring 2021. It is one of three high schools in the Tuscaloosa City School District.
Serving 1,158 students in grades 9-12, Northridge High School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northridge High School's student population of 1,158 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
White, Light blue
School Rankings
Northridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
36%
32%
White
54%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge High School's ranking?
Northridge High School is ranked #385 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Northridge High School often compared to?
Northridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Paul W Bryant High School, Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northridge High School?
1,158 students attend Northridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northridge High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge High School?
Northridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northridge High School offer ?
Northridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge High School part of?
Northridge High School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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