Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s student population of 373 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
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
¡Viva Canutillo!
School Rankings
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is 0.17, 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
#586 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
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
91%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)'s ranking?
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) is ranked #586 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 Canutillo High School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 90.3%.
How many students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)?
373 students attend Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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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