Northwest High School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for: Most diverse schools (Top 10%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
1,320 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Northwest High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% 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 15:1, 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
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Wichita School District.
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