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 top 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 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
School Overview
Northridge Academy High School's student population of 916 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% 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
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Inspire & Achieve
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Northridge Academy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 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
#4121 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Academy High School's ranking?
Northridge Academy High School is ranked #4121 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 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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Event
Date
Last Day of Spring Semester -Min. Day -All Periods
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of Summer School
June 22, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Summer School
July 20, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Fall Term -All Periods
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break -No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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