Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1677 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s ranking?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is ranked #1677 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) often compared to?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)is often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School, Canutillo High School, Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
The graduation rate of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
367 students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) offer ?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) part of?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is part of Canutillo ISD School District.
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