NORTHWEST HIGH
1,841 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Northwest High School, located at 6005 Cedar Hill Road in Cedar Hill, Missouri, serves as the primary high school for the Northwest R-I School District. As a central academic hub for the community, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus serves a diverse student population from the surrounding Jefferson County area and is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with extracurricular opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, Northwest High School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations. These programs are intended to promote school spirit, leadership development, and student engagement within the community. By integrating traditional instruction with modern resources and extracurricular support, the school strives to prepare its students to become productive, responsible citizens while maintaining a strong sense of local identity within the Cedar Hill community.
Beyond the classroom, Northwest High School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations. These programs are intended to promote school spirit, leadership development, and student engagement within the community. By integrating traditional instruction with modern resources and extracurricular support, the school strives to prepare its students to become productive, responsible citizens while maintaining a strong sense of local identity within the Cedar Hill community.
1,841
Total Students
109.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,647 |
| Hispanic | 85 |
| Black | 22 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 72 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White1,647 (89.5 %)
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Hispanic85 (4.6 %)
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Two or More72 (3.9 %)
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Black22 (1.2 %)
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Asian9 (0.5 %)
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American Indian4 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NORTHWEST R-I |
| Phone: | (636)274-0555 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,841 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 109.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 529 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 137 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
491
Grade 10
487
Grade 11
446
Grade 12
417
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 491 |
| Grade 10 | 487 |
| Grade 11 | 446 |
| Grade 12 | 417 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 900 | 48.9% |
| Male | 941 | 51.1% |
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