Northwest Local

Northwest Local School District, located at 800 Mohawk Dr in Mc Dermott, Ohio, serves as an essential educational anchor for its rural distant community within the greater Portsmouth metropolitan area. As an open, traditional public school district, Northwest Local offers a complete educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Across its three operational campuses, the district delivers foundational early childhood education, robust elementary instruction, and comprehensive secondary programs designed to prepare students for higher education and future careers.

Enrolling 1,126 students—including 574 female and 552 male learners—the district maintains a close-knit learning environment tailored to the needs of its local families. To support student growth and school operations, Northwest Local employs a robust professional workforce comprising approximately 175 full-time equivalent teachers, six instructional aides, and over 300 support staff members, bringing total district personnel to nearly 490 full-time equivalent positions. This strong educator-to-student ratio and broad support network ensure that students receive dedicated academic instruction, individualized guidance, and well-rounded institutional support throughout their PK–12 experience.