North Ridge High SchoolAlworth Road , Manchester

North Ridge High School is a not applicable school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 11 to 19. The school is a community special school and operates as a mixed school. It follows a not applicable admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

North Ridge High School currently has around 200 pupils on roll, which is about 100% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 66.5% boys and 33.5% girls. Around 71.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 11.3%. Persistent absence is recorded at 32.4%.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with white british pupils forming the largest group at around 34%. pakistani pupils make up about 19.5% , followed by other mixed at 11.5%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 95% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (95%) , including 0% who stay in school sixth forms and 19% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .