Serving 653 students in grades 6-8, North Wood Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Wood Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Wakarusa, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 143.8 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Wood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Wood Middle School's student population of 653 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
North Wood Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Wood Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#172 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Wood Middle School's ranking?
North Wood Middle School is ranked #172 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Wood Middle School often compared to?
North Wood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhart Area Career Center, West Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Wood Middle School?
653 students attend North Wood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Wood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Wood Middle School?
North Wood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Wood Middle School offer ?
North Wood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Wood Middle School part of?
North Wood Middle School is part of Wa-Nee Community Schools.
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