School Overview
Northwest High School, located in Germantown, Maryland, is a prominent public secondary school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the specialized Ulysses Signature Program, designed to provide gifted and talented students with enriched research and analytical opportunities. Beyond its academic focus, Northwest is known for fostering a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes both personal growth and community involvement.

The school maintains a strong commitment to extracurricular excellence, boasting a highly active athletics department and a variety of clubs ranging from performing arts to competitive robotics. As a cornerstone of the Germantown community, Northwest High School focuses on preparing its graduates for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or career paths immediately upon graduation. By balancing rigorous scholastic standards with a supportive environment, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens equipped to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape.
2,300
Total Students
137.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwest High
Demographic Student Count
White482
Hispanic600
Black602
Asian471
Two or More130
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    602 (26.3%)
  • Hispanic
    600 (26.2%)
  • White
    482 (21.0%)
  • Asian
    471 (20.6%)
  • Two or More
    130 (5.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
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: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-7100
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/northwesths/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,300
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 137.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 635
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 196
Grades Taught
Grade 9 591
Grade 10 559
Grade 11 580
Grade 12 570

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northwest High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9591
Grade 10559
Grade 11580
Grade 12570
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northwest High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,12448.9%
Male1,16750.7%
Not Specified90.4%
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