Northwood Elementary School serves 483 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 83%
- Reading Proficiency: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)83%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)91%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
483 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northwood Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of North Canton City School District.
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