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 – June 2, 2026
184 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
June 5, 2026
ACT
June 6, 2026
SAT — National
June 8, 2026
ACT Photo Upload/Standby Deadline
June 13, 2026
ACT — National
June 20, 2026 – July 4, 2026
SAT Score Release Date
June 23, 2026
ACT
School Milestones
May 22, 2026 – June 3, 2026
Graduation
June 4, 2026
School End/Summer Start
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