Northwood School
Northwood School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (17-18)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Northwood School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Asian
(17-18)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(17-18)n/a
6%
Black
(17-18)100%
16%
White
(17-18)n/a
72%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (07-08)
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood School's ranking?
Northwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Northwood School?
2 students attend Northwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northwood School students are Black.
What grades does Northwood School offer ?
Northwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northwood School part of?
Northwood School is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
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