Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mc Dermott, OH, covering approximately 183.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students to meet the academic, social, civic and career needs for a global society.
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
White
97%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #1161 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth West Elementary School, Wheelersburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
566 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio 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 Northwest Local School District.
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