Serving 542 students in grades 7-8, Northwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Middle serves the west part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 34.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 542 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
73%
21%
Black
5%
1%
White
8%
69%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #937 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School, Salt Lake Center For Science Education Bryant by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
542 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
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