Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwood-kensett Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood-kensett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwood-kensett Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood-kensett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood-kensett Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood-kensett Elementary School's ranking?
Northwood-kensett Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Northwood-kensett Elementary School?
287 students attend Northwood-kensett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwood-kensett Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood-kensett Elementary School?
Northwood-kensett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood-kensett Elementary School offer ?
Northwood-kensett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwood-kensett Elementary School part of?
Northwood-kensett Elementary School is part of Northwood-Kensett Comm School District.
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