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Northwest Independent School District

#3 in Best School Districts in Denton County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Justin, TX
  • 86 reviews
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  1. Academics
    A
  2. Diversity
    B+
  3. Teachers
    B+
  4. College Prep
    A-
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Health & Safety
    A-
  7. Administration
    A
  8. Sports
    A
  9. Food
    A+
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A
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Northwest Independent School District is a highly rated, public school district located in Justin, TX. It has 20,976 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 83% of students are at least proficient in math and 84% in reading.
Address
2001 Texan Dr
Justin, TX 76247
Telephone
(817) 215-0000
Website
nisdtx.org

Northwest Independent School District Rankings

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  • Elementary
  • Middle
  • High

Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
84%
Percent Proficient - Math
83%
Average Graduation Rate
93%
Average SAT
1150
860 responses
Average ACT
26
394 responses
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Students

Diversity
B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
20,976
Free or Reduced Lunch
18.6%
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Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$50,595
Teachers in First/Second Year
31.7%

Finances

Total Expenses
$246,042,000
Expenses Per Student
$13,746/ student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
  • Instruction
    59%
  • Support Services
    37%
  • Other
    4%

Northwest Independent School District Reviews

86 reviews
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Fantastic school district! Teachers and administration care about their students and their success. Students are challenged without being overwhelmed. High schools offer a variety of opportunities for students to prepare for their future. Whether they choose to go to college or to pursue a career, they will be prepared with the skills necessary to be successful. The school district itself is growing rapidly because of the economic development happening in North Texas. I think the district is keeping up with it as best as possible and doing great at avoiding any over crowding, while not compromising on the quality of education. I HIGHLY recommend this district!
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Northwest High School changed my life! The classes at Northwest were much more advanced and I had so many opportunities! I found that I loved to sing, act, and dance as well as work with power tools, build rockets, and design houses which led me to aspire to be an Architect. If I hadn't come to Northwest, I wouldn't be doing the career that I love and attending my dream school, Texas A&M University. I was able to get involved in choir and theater and I'm certain that if I wasn't able to experience fine arts, I would not have the lifelong friends, memories, and knowledge that I do today. I'm so thankful for my high school because going into college I feel so prepared for my major because of the STEM academy and I'm ready to go out and get involved because of the extra-curricular activities I did. I'm confident that because of Northwest I am the person I am today.
Our child attended school in this district from the second through the twelfth grade. Located in a high-growth region, the district appears to be adjusting to this challenge by building new schools in which to accommodate its expanding student population. Staff, officials and teachers are responsive and caring. A wide variety of courses and electives is offered. As NISD covers three counties, however, many students must travel to distant high schools in order to attend the programs of their choice. On the whole, I would recommend the district to families moving into the area.