Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Elementary School's ranking?
Northwood Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northwood Elementary School often compared to?
Northwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Mercer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
398 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northwood Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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