Serving 579 students in grades 7-8, Northwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 579 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Middle School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
72%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
8%
71%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #937 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Middle School, Salt Lake Center For Science Education Bryant by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
579 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
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