Serving 758 students in grades 3-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jackson, MI, encompassing approximately 105 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 758 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1935 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
77%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #1935 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bean Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
758 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Northwest Community Schools.
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