Serving 532 students in grades 7-12, Western School Of Science And Technology 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 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western School Of Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Western School Of Science And Technology's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western School Of Science And Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western School Of Science And Technology is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1383 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western School Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Western School Of Science And Technology is ranked #1383 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Western School Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Western School Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Student Choice High School, Maryvale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western School Of Science And Technology?
The graduation rate of Western School Of Science And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Western School Of Science And Technology?
532 students attend Western School Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Western School Of Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Western School Of Science And Technology offer ?
Western School Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Western School Of Science And Technology part of?
Western School Of Science And Technology is part of Western School Of Science And Technology Inc. (91937) School District.
In what neighborhood is Western School Of Science And Technology located?
Western School Of Science And Technology is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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