Serving 731 students in grades 7-12, Northwestern Junior/senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Springfield, OH, covering approximately 67.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwestern Junior/senior High School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Valuing one another, working with one another, succeeding together.
School Rankings
Northwestern Junior/senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Junior/senior High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1777 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Northwestern Junior/senior High School is ranked #1777 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwestern Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Northwestern Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairborn High School, Bethel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern Junior/senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Northwestern Junior/senior High School?
731 students attend Northwestern Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwestern Junior/senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Junior/senior High School?
Northwestern Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern Junior/senior High School offer ?
Northwestern Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Junior/senior High School part of?
Northwestern Junior/senior High School is part of Northwestern Local School District.
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