Serving 841 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Zachary, LA, covering approximately 87.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone edge being 4.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 841 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Unspecified
School Mascot
Unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #195 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
841 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northwestern Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 Zachary Community School District.
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