Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#765 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
85%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Welcome Elementary School, Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
607 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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