NORTHWEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Northwest Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Iowa City Comm School District school district, located in Coralville, IA with about 730 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Northwest Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Junior High School, located in Coralville, Iowa, serves as a key academic institution within the Iowa City Community School District. Dedicated to the developmental needs of early adolescents, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering personal growth, social responsibility, and a sense of community engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Northwest Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs. By encouraging participation in these areas, the school aims to help students explore their unique interests and build essential leadership skills. With a commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, the school serves as a central pillar for the local Coralville community, preparing its students for success in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Northwest Junior High School at (319) 688-1060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1507 8th St
Coralville, IA 52241
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NORTHWEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Coralville, IA with about 730 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
730
Teachers:
43.08
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
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th 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 730 students

White
46.0%
Black or African American
27.0%
Asian
11.5%
Hispanic/Latino
10.4%
Two or more races
4.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
51.0%
Male
49.0%

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.