School Overview
Northwest High School, located in Germantown, Maryland, is a prominent public secondary school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the specialized Ulysses Signature Program, designed to provide gifted and talented students with enriched research and analytical opportunities. Beyond its academic focus, Northwest is known for fostering a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes both personal growth and community involvement.

The school maintains a strong commitment to extracurricular excellence, boasting a highly active athletics department and a variety of clubs ranging from performing arts to competitive robotics. As a cornerstone of the Germantown community, Northwest High School focuses on preparing its graduates for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or career paths immediately upon graduation. By balancing rigorous scholastic standards with a supportive environment, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens equipped to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape.
2,484
Total Students
144.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwest High
Demographic Student Count
White577
Hispanic594
Black663
Asian512
Two or More126
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    663 (26.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    594 (24.0 %)
  • White
    577 (23.3 %)
  • Asian
    512 (20.7 %)
  • Two or More
    126 (5.1 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-7100
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/northwesths/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,484
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 144.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 635
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 196
Grades Taught
Grade 9 663
Grade 10 670
Grade 11 544
Grade 12 607

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northwest High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9663
Grade 10670
Grade 11544
Grade 12607
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northwest High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,19748.2%
Male1,27951.5%
Not Specified80.3%
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