Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwoods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwoods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwoods Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
The Koala CLIMB: At Northwoods, students, staff and parents Care about others, Listen to learn, Interact safely, Make good choices, and Become successful.
School Rankings
Northwoods Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwoods Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#416 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
31%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Koala
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Northwoods Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwoods Elementary School often compared to?
Northwoods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northwoods Elementary School?
579 students attend Northwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Northwoods Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwoods Elementary School?
Northwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwoods Elementary School offer ?
Northwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwoods Elementary School part of?
Northwoods Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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