Northwest High School serves 902 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest High School's student population of 902 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northwest High School?
902 students attend Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northwest High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest High School?
Northwest High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwest High School offer ?
Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest High School part of?
Northwest High School is part of Lincoln Public Schools.
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