Serving 662 students in grades 6-8, North Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Ridge Middle School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Excellence, Integrity, Service
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Ridge Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
49%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Ridge Middle School's ranking?
North Ridge Middle School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Ridge Middle School?
662 students attend North Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Ridge Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Ridge Middle School?
North Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Ridge Middle School offer ?
North Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Ridge Middle School part of?
North Ridge Middle School is part of Birdville Independent School District.
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