Northwest High
2,300 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 482 |
| Hispanic | 600 |
| Black | 602 |
| Asian | 471 |
| Two or More | 130 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Black602 (26.3%)
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Hispanic600 (26.2%)
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White482 (21.0%)
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Asian471 (20.6%)
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Two or More130 (5.7%)
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American Indian3 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 591 |
| Grade 10 | 559 |
| Grade 11 | 580 |
| Grade 12 | 570 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,124 | 48.9% |
| Male | 1,167 | 50.7% |
| Not Specified | 9 | 0.4% |
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