Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwood Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Northwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
6%
8%
White
63%
43%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Elementary School's ranking?
Northwood Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Northwood Elementary School often compared to?
Northwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Elementary School, Stone Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
552 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Northwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwood Elementary School offer ?
Northwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Elementary School part of?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Piedmont School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwood Elementary School located?
Northwood Elementary School is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Piedmont, OK.
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