Northwestern Middle School
About Northwestern Middle School
Northwestern Middle School, in Milton, GA, is renowned for its dedicated teaching staff that empowers young minds to explore, learn, and grow, fostering a love for lifelong learning and character development.
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About Northwestern Middle School
Located in the historic Crabapple community in the northwestern corner of Fulton County, Northwestern Middle School (NMS) was established in 1996. It carries forward the legacy of Northwestern Elementary School, which served the area’s students from 1933 until its closing in 1992. The new Northwestern opened with a strong sense of tradition and a forward-looking vision.
Our Community
NMS serves sixth, seventh, and eighth graders from the communities of Roswell, Alpharetta, and Milton. Originally designed to accommodate 1,100 students, the school opened with 1,282 students and now has a student body of approximately 1,140.
Board of Education Members
District 1: Ms. Katha Stuart
District 2: Ms. Lillie Pozatek
Zone 7 Superintendent
Dr. Kibbey Crumbley
Feeder Schools
Crabapple Crossing Elementary: 100%
Birmingham Falls Elementary: 77%
Alpharetta Elementary: 71%
Summit Hill Elementary: 38%
Manning Oaks Elementary: 17%
Hembree Springs Elementary: 15%
High Schools
Milton High School: 85%
Cambridge High School: 15%
Contact Us
Address: 12805 Birmingham Highway, Milton, GA 30004
Phone: 470-254-2870
Email: nmsfrontdesk@fultonschools.org
Welcome to Northwestern Middle School, where we honor our past and look forward to a bright future!
Principal’s Message
Dear Wildcat Country!
I want to officially welcome you to the 2023-2024 school year at Northwestern Middle School!
I am humbled and honored to serve as the Principal of Northwestern Middle School. I am honored because Northwestern is one of the top middle schools in our district and located in one of the best communities in Georgia. I promise our school staff will work hard every day to continue Northwestern’s legacy of excellence and to ensure a first-class experience for your student(s) and family.
I am a native Texan and a proud alumnus of Texas A&M University. My wife Corey and I have two beautiful daughters, Claire and Millie. When my girls are not participating in tennis, softball, or school events, you will see them around Northwestern and in the community.
I cannot think of anything I would rather do than work with students. Middle school students are exciting, energetic, inquisitive, and inspiring. Student well-being is my top priority. Your student’s academic success and their social and emotional health will guide our work as a school community. Working together, I am confident that we will provide our Wildcats with a memorable middle school experience.
My door will always be open to you. Please feel free to come meet with me or call/email with any questions, comments, or concerns you have during the school year. I look forward to working with you to ensure your student(s) has a tremendous school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Northwestern Middle School!
Sincerely,
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, Principal
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