Serving 418 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Elementary School serves the southern part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
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)25.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
418 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% 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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