Serving 12 students in grades 10-12, Northwest Campus ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest Campus's student population of 12 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest Campus is 0.15, 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)60-79%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥80%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
92%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Northwest Campus?
12 students attend Northwest Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northwest Campus students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Campus?
Northwest Campus has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Campus offer ?
Northwest Campus offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Campus part of?
Northwest Campus is part of West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Campus located?
Northwest Campus is located in the West Point Towne Center neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in West Point Towne Center.
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