Total enrollment
552
-26 (-4%) vs SY 2017-18
2 schools in Northwood
Iowa · Public K-12
Of the public K-12 schools operating across Iowa, 2 sit inside Northwood, collectively enrolling about 552 students (1 elementary and 1 high).
7-year change in Northwood
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
89%
was 87%
% Hispanic
7%
was 8%
% Black
2%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood-Kensett Elementary | Elementary | PK-05 | 287 |
| Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School | High | 06-12 | 265 |
About Northwood
Northwood, Iowa is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 552 students. By school count, it is a rural-scale city.
Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 high.
Schools in Northwood average about 276 students each, 27% meaningfully below the Iowa norm.
Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 552 students, fell 4% from the 578 reported in SY 2017-18.
On this page, the community for Northwood discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.