Northwestern High School
327 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Northwestern High School, located in West Salem, Ohio, is a rural public school that serves as a central hub for the Northwestern Local School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment where students benefit from a supportive atmosphere. As a smaller institution, it emphasizes personalized attention, allowing for strong relationships between students and faculty, while offering a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Northwestern High School places a significant focus on student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and career-technical opportunities. The school serves as a focal point for the surrounding community, frequently bringing families together through local events and school traditions. By balancing a traditional academic foundation with modern educational initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a sense of pride and school spirit while equipping its students with the skills necessary to succeed in their post-graduate endeavors.
Beyond its academic offerings, Northwestern High School places a significant focus on student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and career-technical opportunities. The school serves as a focal point for the surrounding community, frequently bringing families together through local events and school traditions. By balancing a traditional academic foundation with modern educational initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a sense of pride and school spirit while equipping its students with the skills necessary to succeed in their post-graduate endeavors.
327
Total Students
23.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 310 |
| Hispanic | 9 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 7 |
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White310 (94.8%)
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Hispanic9 (2.8%)
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Two or More7 (2.1%)
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Black1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Northwestern Local |
| Phone: | (419)846-3833 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 327 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 137 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 33 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
96
Grade 10
95
Grade 11
64
Grade 12
72
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 96 |
| Grade 10 | 95 |
| Grade 11 | 64 |
| Grade 12 | 72 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 160 | 48.9% |
| Male | 167 | 51.1% |
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