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Northwood Middle

Middle School · Greenville 01

710 Ike's Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Enrollment

858

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#592 of 1,176

In Taylors

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#57 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Northwood Middle

6.3/10

Middle School in Taylors · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northwood Middle

Northwood Middle is a public middle school in Taylors, SC, part of Greenville 01. Northwood Middle serves approximately 858 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Northwood Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • SC avg 5.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Northwood Middle — Students at Northwood Middle score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Northwood Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in SC
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

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

710 Ike's Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GREEN Charter School (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pelham Road Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paris Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taylors, see our Taylors schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Taylors 0.6 mi 6.6
Eastside High Taylors 0.8 mi 7.4
Mitchell Road Elementary Greenville 1.1 mi 7.3
Brushy Creek Elementary Taylors 1.0 mi 7.4
Brook Glenn Elementary Taylors 1.3 mi 6.4
MITCHELL ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 1.4 mi 6.1
EDWARD RD BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Greenville 1.4 mi
TAYLORS FIRST PRE-ACADEMY Taylors 2.0 mi
Lake Forest Elementary Greenville 1.8 mi 6.5
JOHN KNOX WEEKDAY KINDERGARTEN Greenville 1.8 mi
ALDERSGATE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 1.8 mi
Pelham Road Elementary Greenville 2.3 mi 8.1
HIDDEN TREASURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Taylors 2.1 mi 7.9
GREEN Charter School Greenville 2.7 mi 8.3
Cyber Academy of South Carolina Greenville 2.6 mi 5.3
Wade Hampton High Greenville 2.4 mi 7.5
Taylors Elementary Taylors 2.9 mi 6.8
Buena Vista Elementary Greer 2.7 mi 7.8
Paris Elementary Taylors 2.8 mi 8.1
AS-SABEEL ACADEMY Greer 3.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29687 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,379

Median Home Value

$247,400

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

43,577

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northwood Middle

What grades does Northwood Middle serve?

Northwood Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Northwood Middle?

Northwood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 858 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Middle is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northwood Middle rank in SC?

Northwood Middle ranks #592 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Northwood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwood Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northwood Middle a charter school?

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

Is Northwood Middle a Title I school?

No, Northwood Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

56.6% of students at Northwood Middle 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
858
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#57 of 88

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