Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
82%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
488 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Northwood Elementary School students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwood Elementary School located?
Northwood Elementary School is located in the North Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Berryessa.
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