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Northwest High

13501 Richter Farm Rd, Germantown, MD 20874, United States
+1 (240) 740-7100
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/northwesths/
6.3
Overall Rating

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Northwest High Overview

About This School

Northwest High is a public high in Germantown, Maryland, serving 2,300 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 73% in ELA and 52% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 137 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $77,141, while the school provides support through a ratio of 219 students per counselor. Students at Northwest High are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is composed of 26% Hispanic, 26% Black, 21% White, 20% Asian, and 6% individuals of two or more races.

2,300
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
137 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts73%
Mathematics52%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Montgomery County
Students per Counselor
219:1

Northwest High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

73%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 48%State Avg: 44%
52%
Mathematics
City Avg: 30%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.3:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
219
Students per Counselor

Northwest High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
137

Average Teacher Salary

$77,141
City Avg: $77,141
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor219:1

Northwest High Student Demographics

Student Body

50.74%
Male
48.87%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,300 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White20.96%
Hispanic26.09%
Asian20.48%
Black26.17%
Two or More Races5.65%
Native American0.13%

Northwest High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Northwest High

Q: What is Northwest High?

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

Q: How many students attend Northwest High?

A: Northwest High has approximately 2,300 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 Germantown, Maryland, serving 2,300 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 73% in ELA and 52% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 137 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $77,141, while the school provides support through a ratio of 219 students per counselor. Students at Northwest High are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is composed of 26% Hispanic, 26% Black, 21% White, 20% Asian, and 6% individuals of two or more races.

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

Quick Facts about Northwest High
School NameNorthwest High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location13501 Richter Farm Rd, Germantown, MD 20874, Germantown, MD
CountyMontgomery County
Phone+1 (240) 740-7100
Total Students2,300
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers137
Rating6.3/10
ELA Proficiency73%
Math Proficiency52%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest High

What is Northwest High?

Northwest High is a high public located in Germantown.

How many students attend Northwest High?

Northwest High has approximately 2,300 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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