Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwoods Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwoods Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Northwoods Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwoods Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#595 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Northwoods Elementary School is ranked #595 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Northwoods Elementary School often compared to?
Northwoods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robbins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northwoods Elementary School?
294 students attend Northwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northwoods Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwoods Elementary School?
Northwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwoods Elementary School offer ?
Northwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwoods Elementary School part of?
Northwoods Elementary School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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