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Northwestern High

7000 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20782, United States
+1 (301) 985-1820
http://www.pgcps.org/northwestern
1.8
Overall Rating

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Northwestern High Overview

About This School

Northwestern High is a public high in Hyattsville, Maryland, serving 2,396 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 30% proficiency in ELA and 6% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 153 teachers and an average teacher salary of $84,203. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 217 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% female and 48% male. The demographic breakdown includes 73% Hispanic, 21% Black, 4% White, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

2,396
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
153 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts30%
Mathematics6%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Prince George'S County
Students per Counselor
217:1

Northwestern High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

30%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 44%
6%
Mathematics
City Avg: 9%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.5:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
217
Students per Counselor

Northwestern High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
153

Average Teacher Salary

$84,203
City Avg: $84,203
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor217:1

Northwestern High Student Demographics

Student Body

48.29%
Male
51.71%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,396 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White3.67%
Hispanic73.08%
Asian0.83%
Black21.33%
Two or More Races0.58%
Native American0.33%

Northwestern High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Northwestern High

Q: What is Northwestern High?

A: Northwestern High is a high public located in Hyattsville.

Q: How many students attend Northwestern High?

A: Northwestern High has approximately 2,396 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwestern High is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwestern High

Northwestern High is a public high in Hyattsville, Maryland, serving 2,396 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 30% proficiency in ELA and 6% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 153 teachers and an average teacher salary of $84,203. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 217 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% female and 48% male. The demographic breakdown includes 73% Hispanic, 21% Black, 4% White, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Northwestern High - Hyattsville, MD

Quick Facts about Northwestern High
School NameNorthwestern High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location7000 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20782, Hyattsville, MD
CountyPrince George'S County
Phone+1 (301) 985-1820
Total Students2,396
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers153
Rating1.8/10
ELA Proficiency30%
Math Proficiency6%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwestern High

What is Northwestern High?

Northwestern High is a high public located in Hyattsville.

How many students attend Northwestern High?

Northwestern High has approximately 2,396 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwestern High?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwestern High is 15:1.

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