Fairwood Elementary School vs Northwood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairwood Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
355 students
Northwood Middle School
Renton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
911 students
| Measure | Fairwood Elementary School Renton, Washington | Northwood Middle School Renton, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #590 of 1,154 | #111 of 363 |
| National rank | #20193 of 50,301 | #4501 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 355 | 911 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 911 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 34.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Renton | Renton |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwood Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.5 vs 57.1).
- •Northwood Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 57%).
- •Northwood Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 41.4%).
- •Fairwood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 20.7).
- •Northwood Middle School is the larger school with 911 students compared with 355.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Fairwood Elementary School better than Northwood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwood Middle School ranks higher (64.5 vs 57.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fairwood Elementary School and Northwood Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Renton and Renton in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairwood Elementary School: 355. Northwood Middle School: 911. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairwood Elementary School and Northwood Middle School rank in Washington?
Fairwood Elementary School is 590th of 1,154 and Northwood Middle School is 111th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).