Serving 948 students in grades 9, New Trier Township H S Northfield ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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New Trier Township H S Northfield's student population of 948 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
to commit minds to inquiry, hearts to compassion, and lives to the service of humanity
The diversity score of New Trier Township H S Northfield is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)65%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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What schools are New Trier Township H S Northfield often compared to?
New Trier Township H S Northfieldis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbrook North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Northfield?
The graduation rate of New Trier Township H S Northfield is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 86%.
How many students attend New Trier Township H S Northfield?
948 students attend New Trier Township H S Northfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Trier Township H S Northfield students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Trier Township H S Northfield?
New Trier Township H S Northfield has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Trier Township H S Northfield offer ?
New Trier Township H S Northfield offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is New Trier Township H S Northfield part of?
New Trier Township H S Northfield is part of New Trier Township High School District 203.
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