Northwood Elementary School
Northwood, ND 58267
Phone: (701) 587-5221
District: Northwood 129 School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK-6 • 177 students
Northwood Elementary School serves grades PK-6 in the Northwood 129 School District. It is among the few public schools in North Dakota to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.
Northwood Elementary School is a public school located in Northwood, ND. 177 students attend Northwood Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
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| Student Growth | 4/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from North Dakota Department of Public Instruction. |
Posted: April 1, 2025
Hello! I am a student at this school, and I LOVE it here! The teachers are really nice, and supportive. We have a counselor and a lot of actives to improve our mental health! We have a lot of fun activities, and I would TOTALLY recommend your child going here. The students are nice, too!
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Posted: March 26, 2025
My daughter goes to this school and the attention to her social needs in addition to her academic needs was very much appreciated. They identified some additional resources that we didnt know about that she has been benefiting from through some additional programs that are available at this school. They have an ABSOLUTELY AMAZING performing arts center (you wouldnt believe a town this size would have something like this). The teaching and support staff communicate with each other like I have not seen anywhere else. Top notch school!!!
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Posted: March 25, 2025
My child has attended several different schools in 4 different states due to moving around a lot. I can honestly say our time here has been wonderful. The teachers are communicative and its clear they care for the students. The programs offered are great for a small town. The class size is fantastic so every kid gets the attention they need. Rarely homework outside of school hours which is so appreciated. My daughter is thriving here! Its a great school!
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Posted: March 1, 2025
A Truly Caring and Supportive School Community!
We couldnt be more grateful for this school and the incredible difference the teachers make in the lives of their students. From the moment my nephew started attending, he has absolutely loved going to school every day. The teachers are not only kind and compassionate but also deeply committed to creating a positive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued.
What sets this school apart is its strong sense of community. Families are welcomed and included, and the staff holds themselves accountable for providing the best possible education and support for each student. The after-school program is another huge benefitit allows students to arrive early or stay after school when parents need to get to work, all at no additional cost. This has been a lifesaver for so many families, ensuring that students have a safe and structured place to be while parents manage their schedules.
Its clear that this school prioritizes both academic and personal growth, making it a place where students thrive. We are so thankful for the positive impact this school has had on our family!
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Posted: October 12, 2014
Our children have no experience that enables them to compare what is normal and what is NOT normal. The environment at the school is not normal. My child was in fear and with just cause. The teachers are wonderful it is the administration the problem. The principles both elementary and high school engage in totally unacceptable behavior including, Basic human rights violations, manipulating children, bullying, character assassinations, favoritism, judgmental without reason they are close minded and aggressive. They are policing children instead of helping and educating them. Blaming the parents and children for absenteeism is like forcing the fly to the spider. Children are uncomfortable but unable to articulate the issue because they believe it to be normal. Many children have health issues that directly correlate to the school environment. Not wanting to go, stomach pain and severe headaches from the mere thought of going are all signs signifying the School IS the problem. If the children are not running to school something is wrong AT THE SCHOOL! If the school is doing it right your children would be upset when they MISS school with illness.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Kollinger Hall | Apartment Complex | Grand Forks AFB | ND | 17.6 mi |
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| 1 | Grand Forks Air Force Base | Grand Forks Air Force Base | ND | 18.2 mi |
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| Grand Forks AFB | 17.6 mi. |
