NORTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Northwood High School is a Title I public school that is part of the Rapides Parish school district, located in Lena, LA with about 686 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, Northwood High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 High School, located on Highway 1 North in Lena, Louisiana, serves as a primary educational institution for the local community within the Rapides Parish School District. As a small, rural high school, it functions as a central hub for students in the surrounding area, focusing on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside extracurricular opportunities designed to foster student growth and school spirit.

The school is characterized by its close-knit environment, where the smaller student body allows for a more personalized educational experience. By emphasizing core subjects, athletics, and community engagement, Northwood High School aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education or enter the workforce, while maintaining the traditions and values of the Lena community.

For more information, contact Northwood High School at (318) 793-8021 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.