Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2368 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
38%
25%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #2368 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanes Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
787 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 3/19/2021
I attended Northwest middle school from 2019 to 2020. It's an amazing school with excellent teachers. Just pray to god you don't get stuck with Mrs. Oakes.
5 11/2/2009
Quality of academic programs great!
Made AYP and met 33 of 33 targets!
Highest Science EOG scores in county!
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