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| Metric | Northwest Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 29,248 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 34 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,874/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Independent School District (this district) | 8/10 | 77th | 29,248 |
| Houston Independent School District | NR | — | 187,000 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 77th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Northwest Independent School District
Families in zip code 76262 (Northwest, Texas) are assigned to Northwest Independent School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Northwest Independent School District spent $9,874 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 9% below Texas’s statewide $10,900 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Northwest Independent School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (good), Northwest Independent School District ranks among Texas’s above-average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Northwest Independent School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Texas on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 76262 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 76262
Children in zip code 76262 are assigned to Northwest Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 76262, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Northwest Independent School District at (308)385-6398 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Northwest
For families considering a purchase in the Northwest area, district assignment matters financially. Because Northwest Independent School District serves zip code 76262, homes in and around zip code 76262 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Northwest Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 76262.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Northwest Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 76262 data.