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Northwest Middle School

7020 Highway 49 North, Jackson, MS 39213, United States
+1 (601) 987-3609
http://www.jackson.k12.ms.us/northwest
5.7
Overall Rating

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Northwest Middle School Overview

About This School

Northwest Middle School is a public middle in Jackson, Mississippi, serving 242 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 61% in ELA and 53% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,698. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 80:1. Students at Northwest Middle School are predominantly Black, representing 95% of the population, with 3% identifying as Hispanic and 1% as White. The student body is composed of 58% female and 42% male.

242
Total Students
Grade 6-8
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts61%
Mathematics53%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Hinds County
Students per Counselor
80:1

Northwest Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

61%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 30%State Avg: 40%
53%
Mathematics
City Avg: 26%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
80
Students per Counselor

Northwest Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
23

Average Teacher Salary

$53,698
City Avg: $52,332
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor80:1

Northwest Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

42.15%
Male
57.85%
Female
Total Enrollment: 242 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.83%
Hispanic3.31%
Asian0.41%
Black95.45%
Two or More Races0%
Native American0%

Northwest Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Northwest Middle School

Q: What is Northwest Middle School?

A: Northwest Middle School is a middle public located in Jackson.

Q: How many students attend Northwest Middle School?

A: Northwest Middle School has approximately 242 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Middle School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwest Middle School

Northwest Middle School is a public middle in Jackson, Mississippi, serving 242 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 61% in ELA and 53% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,698. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 80:1. Students at Northwest Middle School are predominantly Black, representing 95% of the population, with 3% identifying as Hispanic and 1% as White. The student body is composed of 58% female and 42% male.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Northwest Middle School - Jackson, MS

Quick Facts about Northwest Middle School
School NameNorthwest Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location7020 Highway 49 North, Jackson, MS 39213, Jackson, MS
CountyHinds County
Phone+1 (601) 987-3609
Total Students242
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers23
Rating5.7/10
ELA Proficiency61%
Math Proficiency53%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Middle School

What is Northwest Middle School?

Northwest Middle School is a middle public located in Jackson.

How many students attend Northwest Middle School?

Northwest Middle School has approximately 242 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Middle School is 10:1.

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