Northwood Elementary is the most modern of Royal Oak's elementary schools thanks to a voter-approved bond. When the sleek brick building opened in 2007, it became the first new school in Royal Oak since 1964. Northwood is located in the Shrine area, a very desirable neighborhood in Royal Oak. The school has a very active PTA and the student body partnered with American House, a senior facility, so students can volunteer to improve the lives of local seniors.