Average
#1175 of 2,105 schools in WI
Northwood Elementary
Elementary School · Northwood School District
N14463 Highway 53, Minong, WI 54859
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,175 of 2,105
In Minong
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Northwood School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Northwood Elementary
Elementary School in Minong · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwood Elementary
Northwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Minong, WI, part of Northwood School District. Northwood Elementary serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,175 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Northwood Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Northwood Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Northwood Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Northwood Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Northwood Elementary — Students at Northwood Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 24 test records from WI 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: 6.8/10.
How Northwood Elementary Compares
See how Northwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
N14463 Highway 53, Minong, WI 54859
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagles' Wings Public Montessori Charter (rated 9.1/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Solon Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayward Intermediate (rated 8.9/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Hayward), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spooner Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Spooner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minong, see our Minong schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NorthStar Community Charter School Minong | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwood High/Middle Minong | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Northwood Virtual Charter School Minong | 0.0 mi | — |
| Solon Springs School Solon Springs | 13.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Eagles' Wings Virtual Charter School Solon Springs | 13.1 mi | — |
| Eagles' Wings Public Montessori Charter Solon Springs | 13.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Eagles Academy Solon Springs | 13.1 mi | — |
| Spooner High Spooner | 22.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Spooner Elementary Spooner | 22.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Spooner | 23.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Spooner Middle Spooner | 23.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Hayward Middle Hayward | 18.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Hayward High Hayward | 18.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Northern Waters Environmental School Hayward | 18.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Hayward Primary Hayward | 18.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Hayward Intermediate Hayward | 18.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Hayward Ctr for Individualized Learning Hayward | 19.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Northwestern Elementary Poplar | 29.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwestern Middle Poplar | 29.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Shell Lake Primary (K-2) Shell Lake | 30.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54859 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,641
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
2,265
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
53.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY GHOST-IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dickeyville, WI | 6.2 |
| HOLY GHOST-IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Kieler, WI | 6.2 |
| Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro, WI | 6.2 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine, WI | 6.2 |
| Lakeview Elementary Whitewater, WI | 6.2 |
| RACINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Racine, WI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwood Elementary
What grades does Northwood Elementary serve?
Northwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northwood Elementary?
Northwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwood Elementary rank in WI?
Northwood Elementary ranks #1,175 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Northwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwood Elementary 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwood Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Northwood Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Northwood Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Northwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Northwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwood Elementary?
57.6% of students at Northwood Elementary 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
- 158
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washburn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (715) 466-2297
Resources & Links
District
Northwood School District- District Enrollment
- 328
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,463
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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