Northwestern High School is a public high school in Maple, Douglas County Wisconsin. It is part of Maple School District. The district serves the villages of Poplar and Lake Nebagamon; the unincorporated communities of Maple, Brule, and Iron River; and the counties of Douglas and Bayfield.
Serving 393 students in grades 9-12, Northwestern High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwestern High School's student population of 393 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Northwestern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1082 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern High School's ranking?
Northwestern High School is ranked #1082 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Northwestern High School often compared to?
Northwestern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Superior High School, Solon Springs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northwestern High School?
393 students attend Northwestern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Northwestern High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern High School?
Northwestern High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern High School offer ?
Northwestern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern High School part of?
Northwestern High School is part of Maple School District.
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