The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 15-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students (09-10)
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)30-34%
66%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)2%
3%
Black
(09-10)83%
46%
White
(09-10)15%
48%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
87%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Northwood High School?
158 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northwood High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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