MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 1,511 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 85 teachers, MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH School, located in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami, Florida, is a historic institution with a legacy deeply rooted in the community. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the school has earned a national reputation for academic achievement and excellence in extracurricular activities. It is widely recognized for its robust athletics program—particularly its championship-winning football team—and its commitment to fostering school pride and student success within a challenging urban environment.

Beyond its athletic achievements, Miami Northwestern offers a diverse array of academic programs, including magnet and choice programs designed to prepare students for college and career paths in fields like health sciences, engineering, and the performing arts. The school prides itself on a culture of "Bull pride," emphasizing mentorship, community involvement, and the pursuit of excellence. By providing a blend of rigorous instruction and supportive student services, Miami Northwestern continues to serve as a vital educational anchor for families in the Miami area.

For more information, contact MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH at (305) 836-0991 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1100 NW 71ST ST
MIAMI, FL 33150-3894
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MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MIAMI, FL with about 1,511 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
MIAMI-DADE
Total Students:
1,511
Teachers:
85
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,511 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 88% of the student body.

Black or African American
87.8%
Hispanic/Latino
11.3%
Two or more races
0.3%
White
0.3%
Asian
0.2%

Female
60.4%
Male
39.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.