Needs Improvement
#9167 of 9,539 schools in CA
Northwood Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
2630 Taft St., Sacramento, CA 95815
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,167 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#183 of 198
public schools
In district
#41 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
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About Northwood Elementary
Northwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Northwood Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,167 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Northwood Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Northwood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Northwood Elementary — Students at Northwood Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Northwood Elementary Compares
See how Northwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2630 Taft St., Sacramento, CA 95815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hagginwood Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodlake Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Las Palmas Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,590
Median Home Value
$298,400
Median Rent
$1,448/mo
Population
26,511
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwood Elementary
What grades does Northwood Elementary serve?
Northwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Northwood Elementary?
Northwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwood Elementary rank in CA?
Northwood Elementary ranks #9,167 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Northwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Northwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwood Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Northwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Northwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Northwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwood Elementary?
93.9% of students at Northwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (916) 566-2705
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #41 of 43
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