Northwood Pre-school serves 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Pre-school ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwood Pre-school's student population of 249 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwood Pre-school is 0.66, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
How many students attend Northwood Pre-school?
249 students attend Northwood Pre-school.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northwood Pre-school students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Pre-school?
Northwood Pre-school has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood Pre-school offer ?
Northwood Pre-school offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwood Pre-school part of?
Northwood Pre-school is part of Ames Comm School District.
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