Northwest 5th Grade Center serves 178 students in grades 5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest 5th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest 5th Grade Center's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest 5th Grade Center is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
28%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
43%
67%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northwest 5th Grade Center?
178 students attend Northwest 5th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northwest 5th Grade Center students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest 5th Grade Center?
Northwest 5th Grade Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwest 5th Grade Center offer ?
Northwest 5th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Northwest 5th Grade Center part of?
Northwest 5th Grade Center is part of Marshall School District.
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