NORTHRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Northridge High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tuscaloosa City school district, located in Tuscaloosa, AL with about 1,002 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, Northridge High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Northridge High School, located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, serves as a prominent secondary institution within the Tuscaloosa City Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and specialized career-technical programs. Beyond the classroom, Northridge maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture, boasting successful athletic programs, award-winning fine arts departments, and numerous student-led organizations that foster community engagement and leadership.
The school is widely recognized for its strong school spirit and its dedication to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether in higher education or the workforce. By emphasizing a supportive learning environment and leveraging its proximity to local resources and partnerships in the Tuscaloosa area, Northridge High School strives to equip its diverse student body with the skills necessary to navigate an evolving global landscape. For those interested in enrollment information, school calendars, or specific department details, the official school website provides extensive resources and updates for the Northridge community.
For more information, contact Northridge High School at (205) 759-3590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
NORTHRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tuscaloosa, AL with about 1,002 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Tuscaloosa City
- Total Students:
- 1,002
- Teachers:
- 58.7
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,002 students
- White
- 55.4%
- Black or African American
- 37.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Two or more races
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.