Serving 155 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: North Wood Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Salem, MO school district, covering approximately 119.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- 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:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Wood Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)28.4%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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, Wm. H. Lynch Elementary School, Green Forest 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?
155 students attend North Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Wood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Wood Elementary School?
North Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than 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 10/10/2025
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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