Northwestern South Wing High School serves 19 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
95%
18%
White
5%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northwestern South Wing High School?
19 students attend Northwestern South Wing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northwestern South Wing High School students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern South Wing High School?
Northwestern South Wing High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern South Wing High School offer ?
Northwestern South Wing High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwestern South Wing High School part of?
Northwestern South Wing High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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