Serving 720 students in grades 7-8, Northwest Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest Junior High School's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Junior High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
28%
7%
White
47%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Junior High School's ranking?
Northwest Junior High School is ranked #631 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Northwest Junior High School often compared to?
Northwest Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Junior High School, North Central Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Junior High School?
720 students attend Northwest Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Northwest Junior High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Junior High School?
Northwest Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Junior High School offer ?
Northwest Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Junior High School part of?
Northwest Junior High School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
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