Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northridge School's student population of 399 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge School's ranking?
Northridge School is ranked #180 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Northridge School often compared to?
Northridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Northridge School?
399 students attend Northridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Northridge School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge School?
Northridge School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge School offer ?
Northridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northridge School part of?
Northridge School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Northridge School located?
Northridge School is located in the Northridge neighborhood of Orem, UT.
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