NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL

Northwest High School is a public high school that is part of the Northwest Community Schools school district, located in JACKSON, MI with about 906 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Northwest High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Northwest High School, located on Van Horn Road in Jackson, Michigan, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Northwest Community Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the school aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Northwest High School emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through diverse athletics, arts programs, and career-readiness initiatives. The district places a high priority on community engagement and student pride, often encouraging active participation in local events and school traditions. With a focus on modern technology and collaborative learning, the school continuously works to equip its student body with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving global society.

For more information, contact Northwest High School at (517) 817-4702 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4200 VAN HORN RD
JACKSON, MI 49201-7450
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NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in JACKSON, MI with about 906 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
906
Teachers:
49.75
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental 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 906 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
85.5%
Two or more races
5.6%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Black or African American
3.4%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.