At a glance
Reported students
2,396
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
153
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Maryland high enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 252 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
490.5
Northwestern High: 2,396 reported students.
State peer staffing position
48th percentile
15.7:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,219
- Teachers (FTE)
- 158
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14:1
What the reported data says about Northwestern High
Northwestern High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Hyattsville. It is one of 198 current school records connected to Prince George's County Public Schools. NCES reports 2,396 students for 2024–25.
Among 252 high schools in Maryland with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 1,098 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.7:1, close to the Maryland median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (73.1%) and Black (21.3%). English learners represent 29.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 15 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Northwestern High
- 1How do the reported 15.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 153 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 11 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 29.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 96.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 11
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White3.7%
- Hispanic73.1%
- Black21.3%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
15 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Prince George's County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High
High · Grades 09–12
2,291 reported students
Duval High
High · Grades 09–12
2,522 reported students
Eleanor Roosevelt High
High · Grades 09–12
2,544 reported students
Bowie High
High · Grades 09–12
2,580 reported students
Parkdale High
High · Grades 09–12
2,588 reported students
Laurel High
High · Grades 09–12
2,129 reported students
Public schools near Northwestern High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park Academy High · Charter · Prince George's County Public Schools | 06–12 | 682 | 1.6 mi |
| International High School @ Langley Park High · Prince George's County Public Schools | 09–12 | 368 | 2.7 mi |
| Parkdale High High · Prince George's County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,588 | 2.7 mi |
| The Sojourner Truth School PCS High · Charter · The Sojourner Truth School PCS | 06–12 | 292 | 2.9 mi |
| Bladensburg High High · Prince George's County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,114 | 3 mi |
| Capital City PCS - HS High · Charter · Capital City PCS | 09–12 | 348 | 3.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Northwestern High
What grades does Northwestern High serve?
Northwestern High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Prince George's County Public Schools.
How many students attend Northwestern High?
Northwestern High reported 2,396 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 252 Maryland high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,219 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Northwestern High?
The calculated ratio is 15.7:1, based on 2,396 students and 153 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Maryland median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Northwestern High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Northwestern High is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Northwestern High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
96.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Northwestern High in?
Northwestern High is part of Prince George's County Public Schools, based in Upper Marlboro, MD, which operates 198 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Northwestern High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include College Park Academy (1.6 mi), International High School @ Langley Park (2.7 mi), Parkdale High (2.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.