Serving 1,363 students in grades 9-12, Northwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 1,363 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#948 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
14%
6%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #948 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 87%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
1,363 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Northwest High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Wichita School District.
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