Serving 274 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 was 53% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 58% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which was lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1758 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Middle School's ranking?
Northridge Middle School is ranked #1758 out of 3,181 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northridge Middle School?
274 students attend Northridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northridge Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Middle School?
Northridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Middle School part of?
Northridge Middle School is part of Northridge Local School District.
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