School Overview
Northwest High School, located on Lafayette Road in Clarksville, Tennessee, is a public secondary institution serving the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS). As part of one of the fastest-growing districts in the state, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. The campus is designed to accommodate a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or military service.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Northwest High emphasizes the importance of community and extracurricular engagement. The school features a wide range of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs that encourage students to develop leadership skills and school spirit. By leveraging resources provided by the CMCSS, Northwest High focuses on integrating modern technology into its pedagogical approach, ensuring that students are well-equipped to navigate the demands of a changing workforce while remaining connected to the traditions and values of the Clarksville community.
1,456
Total Students
79.4
Full-Time Teachers
18.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwest High
Demographic Student Count
White628
Hispanic213
Black422
Asian10
Two or More159
American Indian8
Pacific Islander16
  • White
    628 (43.1 %)
  • Black
    422 (29.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    213 (14.6 %)
  • Two or More
    159 (10.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    10 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.5 %)
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: Yes
District: Montgomery County
Phone: (931)648-5675
Website: http://northwesthigh.cmcss.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,456
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 454
Grade 10 367
Grade 11 320
Grade 12 315

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northwest High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9454
Grade 10367
Grade 11320
Grade 12315
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northwest High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female76352.4%
Male69347.6%