Serving 371 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is 0.19, 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
#993 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s ranking?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is ranked #993 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90%.
How many students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
371 students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Independent School District.
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