Northwood Elementary School

1500 School Ave NE
North Canton, OH 44720

483 Students

Elementary School K - 2nd

School Overview

Northwood Elementary School, located at 1500 School Ave NE in North Canton, Ohio, is a key component of the North Canton City School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment centered on academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As part of a district known for its commitment to educational excellence, Northwood Elementary emphasizes foundational learning, providing students with the essential tools and support necessary to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Northwood Elementary is recognized for its welcoming atmosphere and active school community. The school works closely with families and staff to create a safe, inclusive space that encourages both intellectual curiosity and social-emotional well-being. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience and maintaining high standards for student achievement, Northwood Elementary plays a vital role in preparing its young learners to become responsible, productive members of the North Canton community.

483

Total Students

28.5

Full-Time Teachers

16.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwood Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	399
Hispanic	12
Black	22
Asian	11
Two or More	39

White
399 (82.6%)
Two or More
39 (8.1%)
Black
22 (4.6%)
Hispanic
12 (2.5%)
Asian
11 (2.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	North Canton City
Phone:	(330)497-5650
Grade Range:	K - 2nd
Total Students:	483
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.9
NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 152

Grade 1 158

Grade 2 173