Serving 767 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 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 767 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.33, which is less 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
#592 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #592 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
767 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Mead School District.
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