Serving 71 students in grades 7-12, Northwestern High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwestern High School's student population of 71 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwestern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern High School is 0.00, 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
#1102 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Northwestern High School's ranking?
Northwestern High School is ranked #1102 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwestern High School?
71 students attend Northwestern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northwestern High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern High School?
Northwestern High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern High School offer ?
Northwestern High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northwestern High School part of?
Northwestern High School is part of Northwestern R-I School District.
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