Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School serves 388 students in grades 9-12.
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 50% 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) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School is 0.22, 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
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School 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) Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin 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) Elementary School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School?
388 students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School part of?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) Elementary School is part of Canutillo Independent School District.
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