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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Northwood, ND school district, encompassing an area of approximately 255.5 square miles. Families can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary being about 18.3 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
97%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Lavender, and White
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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