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Northwestern Middle School

5200 East Central Avenue, Zachary, LA 70791, United States
+1 (225) 654-9201
5.7
Overall Rating

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Northwestern Middle School Overview

About This School

Northwestern Middle School is a public middle in Zachary, Louisiana, serving 841 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 69% in ELA and 44% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 62 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,967. The student body at Northwestern Middle School is 52% male and 48% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 61% Black, 30% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian.

841
Total Students
Grade 7-8
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
62 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts69%
Mathematics44%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-8
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
Students per Counselor
841:1

Northwestern Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

69%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 64%State Avg: 40%
44%
Mathematics
City Avg: 52%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13:1
State Avg: 17:1
841
Students per Counselor

Northwestern Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
62

Average Teacher Salary

$59,967
City Avg: $59,967
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor841:1

Northwestern Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.32%
Male
47.68%
Female
Total Enrollment: 841 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White30.08%
Hispanic3.57%
Asian1.55%
Black61.12%
Two or More Races3.57%
Native American0.12%

Northwestern Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Northwestern Middle School

Q: What is Northwestern Middle School?

A: Northwestern Middle School is a middle public located in Zachary.

Q: How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?

A: Northwestern Middle School has approximately 841 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwestern Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwestern Middle School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwestern Middle School

Northwestern Middle School is a public middle in Zachary, Louisiana, serving 841 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 69% in ELA and 44% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 62 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,967. The student body at Northwestern Middle School is 52% male and 48% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 61% Black, 30% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% 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 Northwestern Middle School - Zachary, LA

Quick Facts about Northwestern Middle School
School NameNorthwestern Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-8
Location5200 East Central Avenue, Zachary, LA 70791, Zachary, LA
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish
Phone+1 (225) 654-9201
Total Students841
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers62
Rating5.7/10
ELA Proficiency69%
Math Proficiency44%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwestern Middle School

What is Northwestern Middle School?

Northwestern Middle School is a middle public located in Zachary.

How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?

Northwestern Middle School has approximately 841 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwestern Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwestern Middle School is 13:1.

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