Northwest High School serves 142 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 142 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)50-59%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
75%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Northwest High School?
142 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northwest High School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Northwest High School District.
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