District Profile

 

Mission
Empowering All Students To Reach Their Fullest Potential

 

Viking Values
Trust, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect

 

Northridge Local School District is located in central Ohio, covering 137 square miles and serving approximately 1,200 students. The district includes a consolidated campus with the district office, high school, middle school, and elementary school, as well as a new athletic stadium opening in fall 2024. While primarily in Licking County, it also extends into parts of Knox and Delaware Counties.

 

The district is set in a rural community with rolling farmlands and limited housing developments. Most homes are on acre-plus properties, with the villages of Homer, Hartford, and Alexandria being the main residential areas. Northridge benefits from its proximity to Columbus (20 miles away) and the Intel Ohio project (10 miles away), offering easy access to services, education, and recreational opportunities. The Licking County Sheriff and Local Fire Departments serve the area.

 

Northridge employs approximately 150 dedicated staff members, including instructional and classified personnel. This team plays a key role in ensuring that all students have the support and resources they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We also appreciate our partnership with Petermann Transportation, which provides reliable bus service for our students. Additionally, volunteers from the community are invaluable, helping enhance efforts to empower students to reach their fullest potential.

 

Northridge Elementary School serves 550 students in grades Pre-K through 5. Students benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that includes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Music, Art, Library Sciences, Technology, and STEAM programs.

 

In addition to regular classroom instruction, the elementary school offers various after-school programs, including art club, drama club, and STEAM club, which are designed to foster creativity and exploration. The school also hosts community events such as reading nights and STEAM nights. Support services are provided through our school nurse, guidance counselor, and social worker, and there is a strong partnership with our Parent-Teacher Organization and dedicated parent volunteers. Before and after-school care is available through the YMCA School Age Child Care Program.

 

Northridge Middle School serves 275 students in grades 6 through 8, providing a solid academic foundation with a full curriculum, including Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Students are also given the opportunity to explore electives such as Music, Art, Technology, Physical Education, and Study Skills in grade 6. Starting in grade 7, students can choose additional electives, including Band, Choir, Multi-Media Production, Career Connections, Engineering and Design, Agricultural Food and Natural Resources, and Robotics.

 

The middle school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as Cup Stacking Club, Power of the Pen, Ski and Snowboard Club, and a Middle School Musical. Official sports begin in grades 7 and 8, with offerings including Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball, Track, Cross Country, and Cheerleading.

 

Northridge High School, an NCA-accredited public school serving grades 9 through 12, currently enrolls approximately 389 students. The high school is committed to providing a challenging curriculum, including Advanced Placement and honors classes, as well as college-level courses through Ohio's College Credit Plus program.

 

In 2019, Northridge High School was ranked 8th out of 33 central Ohio public high schools, and the district has maintained a strong academic reputation ever since. Students benefit from a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including marching and concert band, show choirs, and musical productions. Academic clubs like Ohio Model United Nations, Mock Trial, and Quiz Bowl allow students to further their interests and talents.

 

Band and Choir Achievements
The Northridge High School Band and Choir programs have earned recognition for their outstanding performances. Students in both ensembles have participated in the OMEA District X Honor Band, showcasing their musical excellence. Additionally, the high school choirs have received multiple awards, and students continue to represent Northridge with pride and dedication in various competitions and performances.

High School Performance Data

Approximately 60% of Northridge High School seniors participate in Ohio’s College Credit Plus program, significantly higher than the statewide average. Northridge’s pass rate for college courses remains an impressive 97%.

 

The Class of 2023 graduated with an average of 19.5 college credits, focusing on general education courses that provide a solid foundation for higher education. Some students have even earned Associate of Arts degrees alongside their high school diplomas. The Class of 2023 included several prospective associate's degree candidates, and this trend is expected to continue with the Class of 2024.

ACT scores for the top 10% of the Class of 2023 averaged 23.8, with the top 20% averaging 23, and the top 30% averaging 21.6. Several seniors earned composite scores as high as 30.

 

Historically, about 45% of Northridge graduates pursue four-year colleges, 20% attend two-year colleges, 5% enlist in the military, and 30% enter the workforce. Northridge graduates have matriculated to a variety of respected institutions, including The Ohio State University, Otterbein University, Ohio University, Miami University, and Bowling Green State University, among others.

 

Northridge High School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, both athletic and academic. As an OHSAA Class AA school, students can participate in varsity athletics in 10 boys’ and 10 girls’ sports.

 

Students can also engage in the arts, including marching and concert bands, show choirs, and musical productions. Additionally, students can take part in academic clubs such as National Honor Society, Student Council, Quiz Bowl, Ohio Model United Nations, and Mock Trial. Other notable organizations include Future Farmers of America, Buckeye Boys State, Buckeye Girls State, CampMed, Free Enterprise Academy, and the Licking County Youth Leadership Council.

 

The Northridge Local School District benefits greatly from the support of various volunteer organizations and community partnerships, each playing a vital role in enhancing the educational and extracurricular experience for our students.

These groups, along with many other dedicated volunteers, help to create a thriving educational environment, providing students with opportunities to excel both academically and in extracurricular activities.

 

Northridge Local School District is committed to fostering an environment that empowers students to excel, both in academics and extracurricular pursuits, ensuring that all students are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and character needed to thrive in the 21st century.