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Northwood Elementary School
Elementary School · WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
250 NORTHWOOD AVE, West Seneca, NY 14224
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,304 of 4,742
In West Seneca
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Northwood Elementary School
Northwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Seneca, NY, part of WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northwood Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,304 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Northwood Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
30% of students at Northwood Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Northwood Elementary School — Students at Northwood Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.0/10.
How Northwood Elementary School Compares
See how Northwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 NORTHWOOD AVE, West Seneca, NY 14224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Seneca, see our West Seneca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,250
Median Home Value
$219,800
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
41,101
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
45
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| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo, NY | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwood Elementary School
What grades does Northwood Elementary School serve?
Northwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School is 9.4:1. 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 NY?
Northwood Elementary School ranks #4,304 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Northwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwood Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
41.6% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (716) 677-3640
Resources & Links
District
WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,100
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,651
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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