NORTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Northwood Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Elyria City Schools school district, located in Elyria, OH with about 449 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Northwood Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Northwood Middle School, located at 700 Gulf Road in Elyria, Ohio, serves as a key educational institution within the Elyria City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development for students in their early adolescent years. By emphasizing core subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities, Northwood aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, focusing on building both critical thinking skills and character.

As part of the Elyria community, Northwood Middle School places a strong emphasis on student engagement and community involvement. The school utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of its students, supported by a faculty committed to professional growth and supportive mentorship. With its central location in Elyria, the school serves as a focal point for neighborhood families, striving to create a safe and inclusive culture where students are encouraged to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

For more information, contact Northwood Middle School at (440) 284-8016 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.