Serving 886 students in grades 9, New Trier Township H S Northfield ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 65%
- Attendance Zone: New Trier Township High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Winnetka, IL, encompassing approximately 19.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Trier Township H S Northfield's student population of 886 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
886 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
to commit minds to inquiry, hearts to compassion, and lives to the service of humanity
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Trier Township H S Northfield is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)65%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trevian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are New Trier Township H S Northfield often compared to?
New Trier Township H S Northfieldis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbrook North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Northfield?
The graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Northfield is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 86%.
How many students attend New Trier Township H S Northfield?
886 students attend New Trier Township H S Northfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of New Trier Township H S Northfield students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Trier Township H S Northfield?
New Trier Township H S Northfield has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Trier Township H S Northfield offer ?
New Trier Township H S Northfield offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is New Trier Township H S Northfield part of?
New Trier Township H S Northfield is part of New Trier TWP HSD 203 School District.
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