Schools in Northwood, Iowa (2025)
2 schools · 552 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 287.
Northwood, in Iowa, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 552 students. By level there are 1 high, 1 elementary; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School (75.5, top 25% of high schools nationally), followed by Northwood-Kensett Elementary (75.3, top 25% of elementary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Northwood-Kensett Elementary (287 students), Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School (265 students).
Ranked schools in Northwood
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Iowa.
- 176Northwood-Kensett Middle/High SchoolNorthwood · Public High62% Math proficiency · 265 students
- 275Northwood-Kensett ElementaryNorthwood · Public Elementary67% Math proficiency · 287 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School Northwood · High · Grades 6–12 | Public | 75.5 Top 25% | 62% Math proficiency | 265 |
| 2 | Northwood-Kensett Elementary Northwood · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 75.3 Top 25% | 67% Math proficiency | 287 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Northwood?
Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School is the highest-ranked school in Northwood with a Success Index (US) of 75.5 out of 100 (Top 25% of high schools in United States).
How many schools are in Northwood?
Northwood has 2 schools (1 high, 1 elementary) educating 552 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Northwood?
The median Enrollment across schools in Northwood is 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.