Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwood Jr High School serves the northwest part of Highland Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Year Founded
1912
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Empower all students to be successful.
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1102 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, white and black
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #1102 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
540 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.
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