For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 337 students in Northwood, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Northwood, ND are Northwood Elementary School and Northwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northwood, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Northwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Northwood, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 Trojan Rd
Northwood, ND 58267
(701) 587-5221
Northwood, ND 58267
(701) 587-5221
Gr: K-6 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Northwood High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
420 Trojan Rd
Northwood, ND 58267
(701) 587-5221
Northwood, ND 58267
(701) 587-5221
Gr: 7-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Northwood, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Northwood, ND include Northwood Elementary School and Northwood High School.
How many public schools are located in Northwood?
2 public schools are located in Northwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Northwood?
Northwood public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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