Serving 1,167 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Alpharetta, GA, covering an area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 1,167 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,167 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
65%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #98 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northwestern Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Middle School, Webb Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
1,167 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Northwestern Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
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