Serving 159 students in grades 7-12, Northwest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 159 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #375 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Monte High School, Smith-cotton High School, Green Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
159 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northwest High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Pettis County R-V School District.
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