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Northwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Mooresville Con School Corp

630 N Indiana St, Mooresville, IN 46158

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,004 of 1,823

In Mooresville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Mooresville Con School Corp

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Northwood Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Mooresville · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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5.1/10

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About Northwood Elementary School

Northwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mooresville, IN, part of Mooresville Con School Corp. Northwood Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,527
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Northwood Elementary School — Students at Northwood Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
45%
2025
Math
54.6%
ELA
45.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Northwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in IN
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

630 N Indiana St, Mooresville, IN 46158

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Guilford Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centerton Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Martinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mooresville, see our Mooresville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mooresville High School Mooresville 0.1 mi 7.3
Paul Hadley Middle School Mooresville 0.2 mi 5.1
Newby Memorial Elementary School Mooresville 0.5 mi 5.8
Neil Armstrong Elementary School Mooresville 1.5 mi 6.1
MOORESVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mooresville 2.1 mi 6.6
Plainfield High School Plainfield 4.2 mi 7.3
Guilford Elementary Plainfield 4.0 mi 8.9
UNIVERSAL SCHOOL OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 4.8 mi 7.3
Plainfield Community Middle School Plainfield 5.3 mi 7.5
Pride Academy Plainfield 5.3 mi
Brooklyn STEM Academy Brooklyn 5.4 mi 6.6
Clarks Creek Elementary Plainfield 5.7 mi 6.2
Little Quakers Academy Plainfield 5.7 mi 3.2
Brentwood Elementary School Plainfield 5.7 mi 7.5
Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield 5.8 mi 7.8
Central Elementary School Plainfield 5.8 mi 8.1
North Madison Elementary School Camby 4.7 mi 6.7
ST SUSANNA SCHOOL Plainfield 6.1 mi 7.7
West Newton Elementary School West Newton 5.7 mi 4.7
Centerton Elementary School Martinsville 7.4 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46158 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,877

Median Home Value

$241,500

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

24,622

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northwood Elementary School

What grades does Northwood Elementary School serve?

Northwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.

How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?

Northwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northwood Elementary School rank in IN?

Northwood Elementary School ranks #1,004 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Northwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwood Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Northwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Northwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Northwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwood Elementary School?

57.1% of students at Northwood Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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