Northwest High School
#6
Best ACT in Iowa High Schools
1,427
Students
School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance1,340
A
27
A
16
A
25%
C
97%
A+
84%
A
79%
A-
This Week at Northwest – July 26, 2026
193 students practicing on Varsity Tutors
Academic Resources
Typical courses and practice resources for students at Northwest High School
Standardized Test Dates
Upcoming national, state, and school calendar dates that affect students at Northwest High School.
National Tests
August 7, 2026
SAT — National
August 11, 2026
SAT — National
August 14, 2026
ACT — National
August 22, 2026
SAT — National
August 28, 2026
SAT — National
September 1, 2026
ACT — National
State Assessments
September 14, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 1
November 2, 2026 – December 18, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 2
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Alt ELPA Summative
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 1
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
ELPA21 Summative
March 29, 2027 – May 21, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 2
After Northwest High
Where graduates go and what they studyUniversity of Iowa
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Business
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Psychology
Pre-Medicine Studies
Finance
Nursing
Mechanical Engineering
Accounting
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