At a glance
Reported students
398
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26.49
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
47th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
416
Northwood Elementary School: 398 reported students.
State peer staffing position
36th percentile
15:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 359
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26.34
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
What the reported data says about Northwood Elementary School
Northwood Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Mercer Island. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Mercer Island School District. NCES reports 398 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 47th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46%) and Asian (29.1%). English learners represent 8.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Northwood Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15:1 student–teacher ratio and 26.49 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 10.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.98
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46%
- Hispanic10.1%
- Black0.5%
- Asian29.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial13.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Mercer Island School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lakeridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
401 reported students
West Mercer Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
431 reported students
Island Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
364 reported students
Islander Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
960 reported students
Mercer Island High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,439 reported students
Public schools near Northwood Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Mercer Elementary Elementary · Mercer Island School District | KG–05 | 431 | 0.4 mi |
| Island Park Elementary Elementary · Mercer Island School District | KG–05 | 364 | 1.4 mi |
| Enatai Elementary School Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 518 | 1.6 mi |
| Newport Heights Elementary Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 549 | 2.4 mi |
| Woodridge Elementary Elementary · Bellevue School District | PK–05 | 554 | 2.7 mi |
| Orca K-8 School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–08 | 278 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Northwood Elementary School
What grades does Northwood Elementary School serve?
Northwood Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Mercer Island School District.
How many students attend Northwood Elementary School?
Northwood Elementary School reported 398 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 47th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 359 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Northwood Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15:1, based on 398 students and 26.49 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Northwood Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Northwood Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Mercer Island School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Northwood Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
10.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Northwood Elementary School in?
Northwood Elementary School is part of Mercer Island School District, based in Mercer Island, WA, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Northwood Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Mercer Elementary (0.4 mi), Island Park Elementary (1.4 mi), Enatai Elementary School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.