Northridge Academy High School is a public high school located in Northridge, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, Northridge Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northridge Academy High School's student population of 916 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Royal blue
School Rankings
Northridge Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Academy High School is 0.43, 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
#5565 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Puma
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Academy High School's ranking?
Northridge Academy High School is ranked #5565 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northridge Academy High School often compared to?
Northridge Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences, Granada Hills Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northridge Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Northridge Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northridge Academy High School?
916 students attend Northridge Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northridge Academy High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge Academy High School?
Northridge Academy High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge Academy High School offer ?
Northridge Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northridge Academy High School part of?
Northridge Academy High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of Fall Semester -All Periods (*Main Calendar -All Events)
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break -No School (*Main Calendar -All Events)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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