Serving 177 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
97%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Elementary School's ranking?
Northwood Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
177 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 Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Northwood 129 School District.
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