Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Westland School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westland School's student population of 195 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westland School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westland School is 0.50, 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
#1698 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Football, Softball, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westland School's ranking?
Westland School is ranked #1698 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westland School?
The graduation rate of Westland School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Westland School?
195 students attend Westland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westland School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Westland School offer ?
Westland School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Westland School part of?
Westland School is part of Cholla Academy (5186) School District.
In what neighborhood is Westland School located?
Westland School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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