Serving 151 students in grades 6-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 151 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1118 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #1118 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chilhowie Middle School, Marion Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
151 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Smyth County School District.
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