Serving 1,046 students in grades 6-8, Northridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Middle School's student population of 1,046 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,046 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Northridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2090 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
55%
25%
White
2%
43%
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
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Middle School's ranking?
Northridge Middle School is ranked #2090 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northridge Middle School?
1,046 students attend Northridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Northridge Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Middle School?
Northridge Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Being a white student, my child has had to learn to deal with an abundance of racial slurs on a daily basis, with absolutely no support from administration.
2 10/10/2025
We have had two kids to go to Northridge one is currently attending, he is going to 8th grade. He has an audio processing disorder, and a side effect is ADHD. They do not have to contact us relentlessly about his grades are behavior, which was what we expected. I was astounded at how well the school teachers handle his behavior, and how they make him want to show them good behavior and challenge him to learn. He does not test well at all and showed significant growth on his eog this year. The Principal and teachers push these kids to excellence. We have only had a few minor hiccups but nothing serious. We do know that the office is open to us if we need them.
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