Serving 945 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Northwestern Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Elementary School's student population of 945 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Valuing one another, working with one another, succeeding together.
School Rankings
Northwestern Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Elementary School's ranking?
Northwestern Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Northwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenton Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Elementary School?
945 students attend Northwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwestern Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Elementary School?
Northwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Elementary School is part of Northwestern Local School District.
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