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Northwest High School

3746 Hwy. 104, Opelousas, LA 70570, United States
+1 (337) 543-2255
3.2
Overall Rating

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Northwest High School Overview

About This School

Northwest High School is a public high in Opelousas, Louisiana, serving 575 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,526. Guidance services are provided with a ratio of 287 students per counselor. Students at Northwest High School are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 74% Black, 21% White, and 4% Hispanic.

575
Total Students
Grade 9-12
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
41 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics27%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
St. Landry Parish
Students per Counselor
287:1

Northwest High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 30%State Avg: 40%
27%
Mathematics
City Avg: 18%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.2:1
State Avg: 17:1
287
Students per Counselor

Northwest High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
41

Average Teacher Salary

$54,526
City Avg: $53,517
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor287:1

Northwest High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.61%
Male
49.39%
Female
Total Enrollment: 575 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White21.22%
Hispanic4.35%
Asian0%
Black73.74%
Two or More Races0.35%
Native American0.35%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Northwest High School

Q: What is Northwest High School?

A: Northwest High School is a high public located in Opelousas.

Q: How many students attend Northwest High School?

A: Northwest High School has approximately 575 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwest High School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwest High School

Northwest High School is a public high in Opelousas, Louisiana, serving 575 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,526. Guidance services are provided with a ratio of 287 students per counselor. Students at Northwest High School are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 74% Black, 21% White, and 4% Hispanic.

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

Quick Facts about Northwest High School
School NameNorthwest High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location3746 Hwy. 104, Opelousas, LA 70570, Opelousas, LA
CountySt. Landry Parish
Phone+1 (337) 543-2255
Total Students575
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers41
Rating3.2/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency27%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest High School

What is Northwest High School?

Northwest High School is a high public located in Opelousas.

How many students attend Northwest High School?

Northwest High School has approximately 575 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwest High School is 13:1.

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