Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1446 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Elementary School's ranking?
Northwood Elementary School is ranked #1446 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northwood Elementary School often compared to?
Northwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
372 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of North East ISD School District.
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