Northview High School is a high school located in Century, Florida, USA. It is listed as a 1A school and has been serving North Escambia County, Florida since 1996. Student enrollment averages between 500 and 600 students. Northview High School has had only two principals, Ms. Gayl Weaver and Mr. Michael Sherril.
Serving 530 students in grades 9-12, Northview High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northview High School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
Northview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3087 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
74%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chief
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview High School's ranking?
Northview High School is ranked #3087 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northview High School often compared to?
Northview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. M. Tate Senior High School, Escambia County High School, Escambia Westgate Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northview High School?
The graduation rate of Northview High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northview High School?
530 students attend Northview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northview High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview High School?
Northview High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northview High School offer ?
Northview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview High School part of?
Northview High School is part of Escambia School District.
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