Serving 575 students in grades 9-12, Northwest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 575 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Be inspired. Be determined. Be unstoppable!
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
74%
42%
White
21%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #605 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
575 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northwest High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 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 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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