Northwest High School serves 1,325 students in grades 10-12.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,325 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 1,325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northwest High School?
1,325 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Northwest High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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