Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwest 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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. 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)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Northwest Elementary School?
346 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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