Serving 422 students in grades 9-12, Northwestern Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Sr. High School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwestern Sr. High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northwestern Sr. High School often compared to?
Northwestern Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview High School, Girard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern Sr. High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northwestern Sr. High School?
422 students attend Northwestern Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northwestern Sr. High School students are White, 2% 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 Sr. High School?
Northwestern Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Sr. High School offer ?
Northwestern Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwestern Sr. High School part of?
Northwestern Sr. High School is part of Northwestern SD School District.
School Reviews
2 10/16/2014
northwestern school is a rural school which does not prepare the students with a strong education which is needed to compete in this world we live in. Most of the population of this community is unable to read and write and do simple math which includes the teachers that teach the children of the area. I graduated from this school and had to teach my self basic skills to succeed and I would never have my children attend this school and feel sorry for the child who is educated there. I would recommend any parent who has a child in this area to attend any alternative possible if they want their child to be successful in this world. I moved to another state and my children are at least two years ahead of any school in Pa. This community is a nice place to live but an horrible place to have children educated in.
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