Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, West-mec - North Canyon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West-mec - North Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
West-mec - North Canyon High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 1100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West-mec - North Canyon High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
47%
47%
Black
11%
6%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West-mec - North Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of West-mec - North Canyon High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend West-mec - North Canyon High School?
36 students attend West-mec - North Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West-mec - North Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does West-mec - North Canyon High School offer ?
West-mec - North Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West-mec - North Canyon High School part of?
West-mec - North Canyon High School is part of West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) School District.
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