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Northwest High

1220 N Tyler Rd, Wichita, KS 67212, United States
+1 (316) 973-6000
http://www.usd259.org
2.2
Overall Rating

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Northwest High Overview

About This School

Northwest High is a public high in Wichita, Kansas, serving 1,424 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 87 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $61,882. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 406 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 48% White, 26% Hispanic, 15% Black, 8% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian.

1,424
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
87 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Sedgwick County
Students per Counselor
406:1

Northwest High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 34%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 21%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.6:1
State Avg: 13:1
406
Students per Counselor

Northwest High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
87

Average Teacher Salary

$61,882
City Avg: $62,772
State Avg: $62,072

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor406:1

Northwest High Student Demographics

Student Body

48.46%
Male
51.54%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,424 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White47.96%
Hispanic25.84%
Asian1.69%
Black15.45%
Two or More Races8.36%
Native American0.56%

Northwest High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Northwest High

Q: What is Northwest High?

A: Northwest High is a high public located in Wichita.

Q: How many students attend Northwest High?

A: Northwest High has approximately 1,424 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwest High is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwest High

Northwest High is a public high in Wichita, Kansas, serving 1,424 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 87 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $61,882. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 406 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 48% White, 26% Hispanic, 15% Black, 8% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Northwest High - Wichita, KS

Quick Facts about Northwest High
School NameNorthwest High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1220 N Tyler Rd, Wichita, KS 67212, Wichita, KS
CountySedgwick County
Phone+1 (316) 973-6000
Total Students1,424
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers87
Rating2.2/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest High

What is Northwest High?

Northwest High is a high public located in Wichita.

How many students attend Northwest High?

Northwest High has approximately 1,424 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest High?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwest High is 16:1.

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