Serving 546 students in grades 7-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #528 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maywood Middle School, Maple Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
546 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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