Serving 160 students in grades 7-12, Northwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwood High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 255.5 square miles in Northwood, ND. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 11.5 miles and the furthest edge located 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 160 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.08, 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
#216 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Lavender, and White
School Mascot
Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #216 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red River High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
160 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northwood High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Northwood 129 School District.
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