Thunderbird High School is a public high school located in northwestern Phoenix, Arizona. The school is a part of the Glendale Union High School District.
Serving 7 students in grades 9-12, West-mec - Thunderbird High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West-mec - Thunderbird High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West-mec - Thunderbird High School's student population of 7 students has declined by 98% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
The diversity score of West-mec - Thunderbird High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
14%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans (formerly Chiefs)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West-mec - Thunderbird High School?
The graduation rate of West-mec - Thunderbird High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend West-mec - Thunderbird High School?
7 students attend West-mec - Thunderbird High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West-mec - Thunderbird High School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does West-mec - Thunderbird High School offer ?
West-mec - Thunderbird High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West-mec - Thunderbird High School part of?
West-mec - Thunderbird High School is part of West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) School District.
In what neighborhood is West-mec - Thunderbird High School located?
West-mec - Thunderbird High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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