Northwood Jr High School

Northwood Jr High School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
945 North Ave,  Highland Park, IL
West Highland Park Neighborhood
North Shore School District No. 112
3.8
4.9
435 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Joanne Dimitriou
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
34%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
50
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.2%

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
4
Equity
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
54.8%
Female
45.2%
Hispanic
49.2%
White
41.2%
Two or more races
5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Black
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Interested in learning more about homes nearby? Reach out to Shannon Towson, an experienced agent in this school's attendance zone.

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 8 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
12/18/2014
A high quality school in an excellent school district
4.0 NicheUser
12/18/2014
Strong performing school and district
See All Niche Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
4.9 8 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/23/2024
The school is brand new and smart choices have been made to keep the building and equipment nice for the long run. The school hosts a dual-language Spanish-English program where kids from 2 elementary schools have started in the program since Kindergarten. The school is well organized and the staff...
Read Full Review
5.0 other
4/25/2014
This school is wonderful. First off, there is a wonderful diverse culture at Northwood Jr. High, along with the dual language program. (The dual language program is when students speak spanish fluently in the subjects spanish & social studies in Northwood). Another wonderful thing about Northwood Jr...
Read Full Review
4.0 parent
10/28/2012
The vast majority of the teachers at Northwood are truly outstanding in their craft (and I don't say that easily). One received a golden apple recently, and I can think of several others who should receive one too. Like most public schools, Northwood has some mediocre teachers also who are kept arou...
Read Full Review
5.0 parent
5/27/2011
Now with 2 kids at Northwood I continue to be more impressed with the dedication of the teachers and staff. Each child is well known, strengths and weaknesses, and challenged accordingly. This is the most diverse school in Highland Park, with kids from Fort Sheridan and Highwood. Due to the nature o...
Read Full Review
See More GreatSchools Reviews

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

  • Shannon Towson

    Shannon Towson

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (224) 571-9010

    79 Total Sales

    2 in Attendance Zone

    $329K - $366K Price Range

    Shannon Towson
     Section Image
  • Renee Clark

    Renee Clark

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    (224) 412-5142

    203 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $1,650,000 Price

    Renee Clark
     Section Image
  • Katrina de los Reyes

    Katrina de los Reyes

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (630) 580-0919

    306 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $500,000 Price

    Katrina de los Reyes
     Section Image
  • Alan Berlow

    Alan Berlow

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (224) 298-7400

    201 Total Sales

    7 in Attendance Zone

    $651K - $1.5M Price Range

    Alan Berlow
     Section Image
  • Marla Schneider

    Marla Schneider

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (224) 258-0591

    297 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $865,000 Price

    Marla Schneider
     Section Image
  • Elizabeth Wieneke

    Elizabeth Wieneke

    Compass

    (224) 628-7434

    108 Total Sales

    7 in Attendance Zone

    $500K - $1.9M Price Range

    Elizabeth Wieneke
     Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

See All Homes

Homes for Rent

See All Homes For Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

Briarwood
Briarwood

Access to top-notch schools and recreation in Deerfield

Deerfield Park
Deerfield Park

A peaceful modern village with a strong sense of community

Woodland
Woodland

Upscale homes, safe streets and local parks in the suburbs of north Chicago

Search Nearby Neighborhoods
Illinois Lake County Highland Park 60035 West Highland Park
Northwood Jr High School
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Shannon Towson
Shannon Towson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent experienced in this area
Section Image