Excellent
#69 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 3% in state
Northwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Mercer Island School District
4030 86th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#69 of 2,228
In Mercer Island
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Mercer Island School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Northwood Elementary School
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About Northwood Elementary School
Northwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mercer Island, WA, part of Mercer Island School District. Northwood Elementary School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Northwood Elementary School — Students at Northwood Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Northwood Elementary School Compares
See how Northwood 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
4030 86th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Park Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Medina Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Medina), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mercer Island, see our Mercer Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer Island High School Mercer Island | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Mercer Island | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| PRIVETT ACADEMY Mercer Island | 0.6 mi | — |
| EARLY WORLD MONTESSORI Mercer Island | 0.8 mi | — |
| YELLOW WOOD ACADEMY Mercer Island | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHWEST YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Mercer Island | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER LLC Mercer Island | 1.2 mi | — |
| Island Park Elementary Mercer Island | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Enatai Elementary School Bellevue | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Islander Middle School Mercer Island | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Bellevue High School Bellevue | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Medina Elementary School Medina | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Newport Heights Elementary Bellevue | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle | 2.5 mi | — |
| Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Newport Senior High School Bellevue | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Clyde Hill | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,359
Median Home Value
$1,884,200
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
25,282
College Educated
78.8%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| Alki Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| Asotin Elementary Asotin, WA | 9.2 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Vancouver, WA | 9.2 |
| Cascade Ridge Elementary Sammamish, WA | 9.2 |
| Cougar Ridge Elementary Bellevue, WA | 9.2 |
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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 Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School is 16.6:1. 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 WA?
Northwood Elementary School ranks #69 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Northwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
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?
9.8% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (253) 841-8740
Resources & Links
District
Mercer Island School District- District Enrollment
- 3,975
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,288
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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