Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Edge High School - Northwest ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edge High School - Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edge High School - Northwest's student population of 62 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Success for Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Edge High School - Northwest ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edge High School - Northwest is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
49%
Black
13%
6%
White
48%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edge High School - Northwest's ranking?
Edge High School - Northwest is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edge High School - Northwest?
The graduation rate of Edge High School - Northwest is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Edge High School - Northwest?
62 students attend Edge High School - Northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Edge High School - Northwest students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edge High School - Northwest?
Edge High School - Northwest has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edge High School - Northwest offer ?
Edge High School - Northwest offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edge High School - Northwest part of?
Edge High School - Northwest is part of Edge School Inc. The (4421) School District.
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