Serving 665 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northwestern Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Elementary School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Northwestern Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#241 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Elementary School's ranking?
Northwestern Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Northwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Elementary School?
665 students attend Northwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwestern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Elementary School?
Northwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwestern Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Elementary School is part of Northwestern School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2007
What an awesome place! Northwestern Elementary is all about high achievement and kids enjoying learning! Teachers, parents, administration, and students all work together to do the best they can. Test scores show what great things can be accomplished when kids and teachers want to come to school!
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