Serving 878 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 878 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
59%
42%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #164 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
878 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northwestern Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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