Serving 167 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hughesville, MO, spanning approximately 166.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.3 miles.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 167 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #197 out of 2,076 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 Green Ridge High School, La Monte High School, Smith-cotton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 89.3%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
167 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northwest High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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