Serving 238 students in grades 7-8, Northwest College Preparatory High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest College Preparatory High School's student population of 238 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Mascot
Panther
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Northwest College Preparatory High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest College Preparatory High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4354 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Northwest College Preparatory High School is ranked #4354 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northwest College Preparatory High School often compared to?
Northwest College Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School 58-world Of Inquiry School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Northwest College Preparatory High School?
238 students attend Northwest College Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northwest College Preparatory High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest College Preparatory High School?
Northwest College Preparatory High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwest College Preparatory High School offer ?
Northwest College Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest College Preparatory High School part of?
Northwest College Preparatory High School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest College Preparatory High School located?
Northwest College Preparatory High School is located in the Northland Lyceum neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Northland Lyceum.
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