Serving 1,325 students in grades 10-12, Northwest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,325 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 1,325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #438 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 97%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
1,325 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Northwest High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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