Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Wood Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Wood Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Wood Elementary School's ranking?
North Wood Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Wood Elementary School often compared to?
North Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School, Green Forest Elementary School, Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North Wood Elementary School?
174 students attend North Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of North Wood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Wood Elementary School?
North Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Wood Elementary School offer ?
North Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Wood Elementary School part of?
North Wood Elementary School is part of North Wood R-IV School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
My name is Jeffrey Scott Evatt, I went to Northwood R-4 in 1968 thru 1969.
I was in 2nd grade, my teacher was Mrs. Butts, i was just wondering what happen to my fellow students and my teacher.
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