Northwood High School is a public high school located in Saltville, Virginia. The school serves about 300 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Smyth County Public Schools system.
Serving 204 students in grades 9-12, Northwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwood High serves the northwest part of Saltville, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 146.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 204 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of our school is to provide a safe and enriching learning environment where the whole student is nurtured and developed.
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#676 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
95%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #676 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chilhowie High School, Marion Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
204 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northwood High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Smyth County School District.
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