Northwest High School serves 175 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 175 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)50-59%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
175 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northwest High School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
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 Northwest High School District.
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