Serving 585 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 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect - Effort - Determination
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1474 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
41%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #1474 out of 1,743 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
585 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
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