Serving 1,784 students in grades 9-12, Northwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 1,784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
53%
21%
Black
26%
33%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #277 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Blair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
1,784 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Northwood High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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