School Overview
Northwestern Regional High School, located in Winsted, Connecticut, serves as the primary secondary institution for Regional School District 7, which encompasses the towns of Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford, and Norfolk. The school provides a comprehensive educational environment focused on academic excellence, offering a broad curriculum that includes rigorous college-preparatory coursework, honors programs, and opportunities for vocational and technical development. By fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, the school emphasizes the importance of civic responsibility and prepares its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether in higher education or the workforce.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Northwestern Regional High School places a strong emphasis on holistic student development through a robust array of extracurricular activities. The school supports numerous athletic programs, competitive arts, and student-led clubs, encouraging students to pursue their individual passions outside of the classroom. With a commitment to modern educational practices and community involvement, the school functions as a central hub for the surrounding towns, striving to cultivate a supportive culture that promotes both personal growth and academic achievement for all its students.
536
Total Students
55.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwestern Regional High School
Demographic Student Count
White503
Hispanic16
Black2
Asian5
Two or More8
American Indian1
  • White
    503 (94.0%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (3.0%)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.9%)
  • Black
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Regional School District 07
Phone: (860)379-8525
Website: http://www.nwr7.com/high-school
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 536
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 88
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 38
Grades Taught
Grade 9 143
Grade 10 112
Grade 11 122
Grade 12 159

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northwestern Regional High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9143
Grade 10112
Grade 11122
Grade 12159
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northwestern Regional High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28252.6%
Male25347.2%
Not Specified10.2%