Northwest High School is a public high school located in far northern Fort Worth, Texas, with a Justin postal address. Located in southwest Denton County and classified as a 6A school by the UIL, it is a part of the Northwest Independent School District.
Serving 2,672 students in grades 9-12, Northwest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 2,672 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3880 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
48%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Texans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest High School's ranking?
Northwest High School is ranked #3880 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northwest High School often compared to?
Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponder High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
2,672 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Northwest High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers are biased. They (performing Arts, Mr. Kay in particular) refuse to allow others to particpate, he seems to have his select studends.....and refuses to allow others to perform. He has done this for three years straight...If anyone is wanting their child to have a fair shot Mr. Kay is not of any help.
5 10/10/2025
Facility-wonderful, opportunities-fantastic, staff-questionable on case by case basis. One junior level pre-ap teacher was convinced by her class they couldn't read or knew how to take notes for research papers. She read aloud to them from Dr. Seuss books.
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend Northwest High School. The teachers are good, but administration is not. This school has lots of bullying and they do nothing about it. Go to Eaton or Byron high school.
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