Serving 54 students in grades 7-12, Northwestern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mendon, MO, covering approximately 199.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern High School's student population of 54 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern High School is 0.04, 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
#752 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Northwestern High School's ranking?
Northwestern High School is ranked #752 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Northwestern High School?
54 students attend Northwestern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Northwestern High School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern High School?
Northwestern High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern High School offer ?
Northwestern High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern High School part of?
Northwestern High School is part of Northwestern R-I School District.
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