Serving 440 students in grades 3-4, Northwood Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Intermediate School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Inspire, Empower, Prepare
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
School Rankings
Northwood Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Intermediate School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Intermediate School's ranking?
Northwood Intermediate School is ranked #1749 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwood Intermediate School often compared to?
Northwood Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardin Houston Elementary School, Emerson Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwood Intermediate School?
440 students attend Northwood Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Northwood Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Intermediate School?
Northwood Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwood Intermediate School offer ?
Northwood Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Intermediate School part of?
Northwood Intermediate School is part of Sidney City School District.
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