Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Northwood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwood Middle School's student population of 576 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1055 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Woodstock CUSD 200 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Middle School's ranking?
Northwood Middle School is ranked #1055 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northwood Middle School often compared to?
Northwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alden-hebron Middle School, Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northwood Middle School?
576 students attend Northwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Northwood Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood Middle School?
Northwood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwood Middle School offer ?
Northwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwood Middle School part of?
Northwood Middle School is part of Woodstock CUSD 200 School District.
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