Serving 126 students in grades 1-12, Northwest Online School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 61% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2405 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
43%
17%
White
39%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Online School's ranking?
Northwest Online School is ranked #2405 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Online School?
126 students attend Northwest Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northwest Online School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Online School?
Northwest Online School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Online School offer ?
Northwest Online School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Northwest Online School part of?
Northwest Online School is part of Northwest Local School District.
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