Serving 516 students in grades 7-12, Western School Of Science And Technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western School Of Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Western School Of Science And Technology's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western School Of Science And Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western School Of Science And Technology is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western School Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Western School Of Science And Technology is ranked #1593 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Western School Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Western School Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Student Choice High School, Maryvale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western School Of Science And Technology?
The graduation rate of Western School Of Science And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Western School Of Science And Technology?
516 students attend Western School Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Western School Of Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western School Of Science And Technology?
Western School Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western School Of Science And Technology offer ?
Western School Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western School Of Science And Technology part of?
Western School Of Science And Technology is part of Western School Of Science And Technology Inc. (91937) School District.
In what neighborhood is Western School Of Science And Technology located?
Western School Of Science And Technology is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 64 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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