Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-84% (which was approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)80-84%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
8%
White
97%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
147 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Northwood Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Kenton City School District.
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