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#3955 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 42% in state

Northwood Elementary

Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified

2214 Berks St., Napa, CA 94558

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

21.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,955 of 9,539

In Napa

#3 of 23

public schools

In district

#3 of 26

Napa Valley Unified

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Elementary School in Napa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northwood Elementary

Northwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Northwood Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,955 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Northwood Elementary runs 21.9:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,673
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Northwood Elementary — Students at Northwood Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
51.4%
ELA
56.4%
2024
Math
51.9%
ELA
57.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Northwood Elementary Compares

See how Northwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2214 Berks St., Napa, CA 94558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pueblo Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bel Aire Park Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Hopewell Baptist Christian Academy Napa 0.2 mi
Justin-Siena Napa 0.3 mi
JUSTIN-SIENA Napa 0.3 mi 5.7
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Napa 0.3 mi 5.3
St. John's Lutheran Elementary Napa 0.3 mi
Redwood Middle Napa 0.4 mi 3.8
ST APOLLINARIS SCHOOL Napa 0.5 mi 5.0
St. Apollinaris Elementary School Napa 0.5 mi
Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa 0.6 mi
Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa 0.7 mi 8.1
KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa 0.7 mi 5.2
NAPA MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE INC. Napa 0.8 mi
Willow Elementary Napa 0.9 mi 7.4
Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa 0.8 mi 6.5
Unidos Middle Napa 1.0 mi 5.6
West Park Elementary Napa 1.2 mi 2.9
La Sagrada Familia Catholic International Home School Academy Napa 1.1 mi
Vintage High Napa 1.0 mi 6.2
Sunrise Montessori of Napa Valley Napa 1.4 mi
SUNRISE MONTESSORI OF NAPA VALLEY Napa 1.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,444

Median Home Value

$855,600

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

64,552

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.5

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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 5th.

How many students attend Northwood Elementary?

Northwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary is 21.9:1. 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 #3,955 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Northwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% 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?

51.1% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Napa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Napa Valley Unified
District Enrollment
16,116
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,673
District Rank
#3 of 26

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