Serving 591 students in grades 6-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1521 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
21%
13%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #1521 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
591 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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