Serving 260 students in grades 3-6, Northwest Area Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Area Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest Area Intermediate School's student population of 260 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Area Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Area Intermediate School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Area Intermediate School's ranking?
Northwest Area Intermediate School is ranked #1595 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Area Intermediate School?
260 students attend Northwest Area Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwest Area Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Area Intermediate School?
Northwest Area Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Area Intermediate School offer ?
Northwest Area Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Area Intermediate School part of?
Northwest Area Intermediate School is part of Northwest Area School District.
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