Serving 360 students in grades 9-12, Northwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 360 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2241 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #2241 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth West High School, Wheelersburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
360 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Northwest High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
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 Northwest Local School District.
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