Below Average
#1100 of 1,280 schools in IA
Based on limited data
Northwood Pre-school
Elementary School · Ames Comm School District
3012 Duff Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,100 of 1,280
In Ames
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Ames Comm School District
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Northwood Pre-school
Elementary School in Ames · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
St Cecilia Elementary School
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About Northwood Pre-school
Northwood Pre-school is a public elementary school in Ames, IA, part of Ames Comm School District. Northwood Pre-school serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Pre-school has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,100 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Northwood Pre-school runs 24.9:1 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Northwood Pre-school Compares
See how Northwood Pre-school performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3012 Duff Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Pre-school may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roland-Story Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Story City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ballard East Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilbert Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ames, see our Ames schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ames | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Meeker Elementary School Ames | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Fellows Elementary School Ames | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Ames High School Ames | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| AMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ames | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Gilbert High School Gilbert | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Gilbert Middle School Gilbert | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Gilbert Elementary School Gilbert | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Sawyer Elementary School Ames | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Gilbert Intermediate School Gilbert | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Ames | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Ames Middle School Ames | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Edwards Elementary School Ames | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Roland-Story High School Story City | 9.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Roland-Story Elementary School Story City | 9.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Ballard High School Huxley | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Ballard Middle School Huxley | 10.6 mi | 8.4 |
| United Community School Boone | 8.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Roland-Story Middle School Roland | 10.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Ballard East Elementary Cambridge | 11.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,701
Median Home Value
$243,200
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
33,428
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
29.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hoover Elementary School Dubuque, IA | 4.3 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary School Des Moines, IA | 4.3 |
| Margaretta Carey Elementary School Waverly, IA | 4.2 |
| Bertha Godfrey Elementary School Algona, IA | 4.4 |
| Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton Elementary Exira, IA | 4.4 |
| Fairview Park Elementary Spencer, IA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwood Pre-school
What grades does Northwood Pre-school serve?
Northwood Pre-school serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Northwood Pre-school?
Northwood Pre-school has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Pre-school?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Pre-school is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwood Pre-school rank in IA?
Northwood Pre-school ranks #1,100 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Northwood Pre-school's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Pre-school has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwood Pre-school a charter school?
No, Northwood Pre-school is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwood Pre-school a Title I school?
No, Northwood Pre-school is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwood Pre-school?
37.8% of students at Northwood Pre-school 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Story County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.6%
- Phone
- (515) 268-2470
Resources & Links
District
Ames Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 4,735
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,372
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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