It offers technical and academic programs, as well as joint enrollment with Shelton State Community College and the University of Alabama.

On average, four Northridge High students earn the National Merit Finalist Cy Young status each year.

In 2010 Northridge hosted students from Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Mozambique, Kenya, North Korea, Kazakhstan, and Germany.

In 2016, both varsity teams traveled to Huntsville, with the boys coming 3rd in the state and the girls competing in the finals.

Notable alumni include Patton Kizzire, an Auburn University and current PGA golfer.