Serving 165 students in grades 7-12, Northwest High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 165 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.04, 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
#141 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
98%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #141 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Monte High School, Smith-cotton High School, Green Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
165 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Northwest High School students are White, 1% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Pettis County R-V School District.
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