Wichita Northwest High School, known locally as Northwest High, is a public secondary school in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is operated by Wichita USD 259 school district and serves 1,320 students in grades 9 to 12.
Serving 1,435 students in grades 9-12, Northwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 1,435 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1978
Colors
Gold, Royal blue
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
16%
7%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #886 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Magnet High School, Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
1,435 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Northwest High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Wichita School District.
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