Northwest Elementary School

5601 22nd Ave N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 430 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Northwest Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1320 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
61%
52%
52%
52%
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #1320 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
430 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Elementary School located?
Northwest Elementary School is located in the Disston Heights neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Disston Heights.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 430 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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