Serving 137 students in grades 7-12, Northwood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 137 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#344 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #344 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red River High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
137 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Northwood High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Northwood 129 School District.
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