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Northwood Elementary
Elementary School · Irvine Unified
28 Carson, Irvine, CA 92620
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,754 of 9,539
In Irvine
#43 of 47
public schools
In district
#39 of 43
Irvine Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Northwood Elementary
Northwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Irvine, CA, part of Irvine Unified. Northwood Elementary serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 30.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,754 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Northwood Elementary runs 30.5:1 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
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Northwood Elementary — Students at Northwood Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.8/10.
How Northwood Elementary Compares
See how Northwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
28 Carson, Irvine, CA 92620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irvine International Academy (rated 9.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastwood Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brywood Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brywood Elementary Irvine | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - IRVINE Irvine | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Korean American Center Irvine | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ronald Reagan Secondary School Irvine | 0.8 mi | — |
| Irvine High Irvine | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Irvine International Academy Irvine | 0.8 mi | 9.9 |
| Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy Irvine | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Irvine | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI Irvine | 0.8 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENER Irvine | 1.0 mi | — |
| Jeffrey Trail Middle Irvine | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SPECTRUM MONTESSORI AT WOODBURY Irvine | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Santiago Hills Elementary Irvine | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Arnold O. Beckman High Tustin | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Greentree Elementary Irvine | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Eastwood Elementary Irvine | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Woodbury Elementary Irvine | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Cypress Village Elementary Irvine | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| College Park Elementary Irvine | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Hicks Canyon Elementary Tustin | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,572
Median Home Value
$1,204,100
Median Rent
$3,125/mo
Population
61,744
College Educated
71.7%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.2
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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 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary is 30.5:1. 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 #5,754 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Northwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% 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?
33.2% 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
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (949) 936-5950
Resources & Links
District
Irvine Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,731
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,405
- District Rank
- #39 of 43
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