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Education is Everything
And we’ll pack as much into yours as possible.
Our philosophy: Learning should have no limits
This is your time to explore, try new things, make mistakes, discover passions, and explore some more.
Visit the Duwamish River to learn how its ecology supported ancestral native people. Perform at iconic Seattle venues, like the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. Examine the social impacts of technology, data security, and copyright.
To be tomorrow's great problem-solvers, you’ll need to think differently.
It starts here.
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NWS Alumni Return to the House
NWS Alumni from across generations returned to campus for an evening of conversation, connection, and celebration at the 2026 Alumni Reunion.
11th Grade Humanities Symposium
The 4th Annual 20th-Century Social Movements Research Symposium showcased original research and scholarship from our 11th grade Humanities students.
8th Grade Fly-up Celebration
We celebrated our amazing 8th grade students at the Fly-up Ceremony earlier today, as they prepare to transition from Middle School to High School!
Get to Know Northwest
50+ Arts Courses
The best problem solvers are creative thinkers - the arts are central to our academic program.
#1 in Best High Schools for the Arts in Washington (Niche, 2026)
82% of our Faculty hold Advanced Degrees
Curiosity is contagious. We’re a community of learners with an insatiable hunger for knowledge.
One Unparalleled Program
We’ve crafted a holistic learning experience that allows students to explore the big picture and all its intersections.
What Our Students are Saying
8th Grade
“I’m learning to learn, instead of just how to get a good grade for college. I’m learning interesting things and I know how to do the work, not just make the grade.”
9th Grade
“Everyone’s so friendly and the whole community is very social justice-minded. I feel seen, heard, and respected.”
12th Grade
"At Northwest, we’re challenged on a daily basis to question the world around us, to look past the surface and find the hidden truths. All this critical thinking and analysis has given me a stronger sense of my own voice and values."
In ninth grade I was timid - now I’m a senior and a student leader. The community environment shaped my personality and prepared me for life by teaching me responsibility, and how to be inclusive and support each other.
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Northwest Alumni Spotlights
NWS Alumni Return to the House
NWS Alumni from across generations returned to campus for an evening of conversation, connection, and celebration at the 2026 Alumni Reunion.
Next Steps: Class of 2026
As the Class of 2026 prepares for graduation, we are excited to celebrate their journey, accomplishments, and next steps!
Alumni Spotlight: Riley Lee
Riley Lee (Class of '23) is currently a junior at the University of San Francisco, where he is pursuing a BSN in Nursing (BSN) with a minor in Religious Studies. Ultimately, he hopes to confront and challenge inequities in healthcare systems.