Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Elementary in Dodge City, KS, serves an extensive attendance zone of approximately 430 square miles, encompassing the entire school district. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located nearly 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#915 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
79%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #915 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Soule Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
380 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Northwest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Dodge City School District.
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