Northwood High School is a public high school located in Saltville, Virginia. The school serves about 300 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Smyth County Public Schools system.
Serving 230 students in grades 9-12, Northwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 230 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#546 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #546 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chilhowie High School, Marion Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
230 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwood High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Smyth County School District.
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