Serving 324 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kokomo, IN, encompassing approximately 101.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 324 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #499 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northwestern Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Middle School, Western High School, Taylor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
324 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwestern Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Northwestern School Corp School District.
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