Northridge Middle School

About Northridge Middle School

Northridge Middle School is a thriving educational institution located in the heart of the city. Established in 1972, the school has been providing quality education to the students of the area for over 40 years. The school offers a wide range of courses and activities to meet the needs of its diverse student population.
Northridge Middle School has a strong academic program that includes core classes such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The school also offers a variety of elective classes such as Art, Music, Physical Education, and Computer Science. The school also provides a variety of extracurricular activities for its students, including clubs, sports teams, and after-school programs.
The school has a strong commitment to the community and regularly participates in community service projects. Northridge Middle School also has a strong emphasis on safety and security, with a secure entry system and a comprehensive security plan.
Northridge Middle School is a great place for students to learn and grow. With its strong academic program, extracurricular activities, and commitment to the community, Northridge Middle School is the perfect place for students to reach their full potential.

Address:	120 Northridge Dr Van Buren, AR 72956
Phone:	(479) 471-3126
Site:	www.vbsd.us
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	615 students

Overview Northridge Middle School

Northridge Middle School serves 615 students in grades 6-8.
Northridge Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Northridge Middle School

Northridge Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Northridge Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.