Serving 911 students in grades 6-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwood Middle School serves the northern part of Renton, WA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 911 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
911 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.78, 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
#530 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #530 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maywood Middle School, Maple Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
911 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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