Excellent
#77 of 863 schools in MS
Top 9% in state
Northwest Elementary School
Elementary School · RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST
500 Vine Drive, Flowood, MS 39232
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#77 of 863
In Flowood
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 27
RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Northwest Elementary School
Elementary School in Flowood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwest Elementary School
Northwest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flowood, MS, part of RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST. Northwest Elementary School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Northwest Elementary School — Students at Northwest Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.0/10.
How Northwest Elementary School Compares
See how Northwest Elementary School 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
500 Vine Drive, Flowood, MS 39232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHSHORE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRANDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Brandon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROUSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Brandon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flowood, see our Flowood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST RANKIN HIGH SCHOOL Flowood | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHWEST RANKIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Flowood | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGHLAND BLUFF ELEMENTARY Brandon | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brandon | 1.4 mi | — |
| HARTFIELD ACADEMY EAST Brandon | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| OAKDALE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHSHORE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 3.2 mi | 9.2 |
| FLOWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flowood | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BRANDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BRANDON FIRST UMC KINDERGARTEN Brandon | 6.0 mi | — |
| ROUSE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BRANDON MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
| JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Flowood | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLEGE DRIVE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pearl | 7.2 mi | — |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pearl | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 8.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MC LEOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 7.0 mi | 2.9 |
| PEARL UPPER SCHOOL Pearl | 7.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 7.1 mi | 5.2 |
| STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,389
Median Home Value
$293,000
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
9,324
College Educated
50.9%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIZANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport, MS | 8.4 |
| NETTLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL Nettleton, MS | 8.4 |
| O'BANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville, MS | 8.4 |
| VANCLEAVE LOWER ELEMENTARY Vancleave, MS | 8.4 |
| BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS | 8.3 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbia, MS | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Elementary School
What grades does Northwest Elementary School serve?
Northwest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Elementary School rank in MS?
Northwest Elementary School ranks #77 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Northwest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Northwest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northwest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Northwest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Northwest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Elementary School?
34.5% of students at Northwest 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rankin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (601) 992-0924
Resources & Links
District
RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 18,485
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,323
- District Rank
- #9 of 27
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