NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL
1,593 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Omaha Northwest Magnet High School, located in Omaha, Nebraska, is a public secondary school that operates under the Omaha Public Schools district. As a magnet school, it distinguishes itself by offering specialized programming designed to attract a diverse student body from across the district. The school focuses on providing a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing career-oriented pathways, often centered around themes like visual and performing arts, communications, and technology, which allow students to tailor their education toward their specific interests and future professional goals.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Northwest High School is known for fostering a vibrant school culture characterized by active student engagement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and community service. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. By integrating modern educational practices with a supportive community atmosphere, the school strives to empower its students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens within the Omaha area and beyond.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Northwest High School is known for fostering a vibrant school culture characterized by active student engagement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and community service. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. By integrating modern educational practices with a supportive community atmosphere, the school strives to empower its students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens within the Omaha area and beyond.
1,593
Total Students
81.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 361 |
| Hispanic | 229 |
| Black | 593 |
| Asian | 280 |
| Two or More | 108 |
| American Indian | 22 |
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Black593 (37.2 %)
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White361 (22.7 %)
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Asian280 (17.6 %)
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Hispanic229 (14.4 %)
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Two or More108 (6.8 %)
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American Indian22 (1.4 %)
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: | OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (531)299-2740 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,593 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 81.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
386
Grade 10
315
Grade 11
384
Grade 12
508
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 386 |
| Grade 10 | 315 |
| Grade 11 | 384 |
| Grade 12 | 508 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 814 | 51.1% |
| Male | 779 | 48.9% |
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