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West-mec - Independence High School
High School · West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)
6602 N 75TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85303
Enrollment
13
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
13
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About West-mec - Independence High School
West-mec - Independence High School is a public high school in Glendale, AZ, part of the West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923). The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 9th – 12th. Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 55% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,077, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, West-mec - Independence High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 6602 N 75TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85303
- Phone
- (623) 435-6100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Location
6602 N 75TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West-mec - Independence High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Independence High School (rated 5.4/10). Another option is Glendale High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away). Additionally, Raymond S. Kellis (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Independence High School Glendale | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Discovery School Glendale | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Challenger Middle School Glendale | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Garden Elementary School Glendale | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Desert Spirit Glendale | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Sunset Vista Glendale | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bicentennial South School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Desert Mirage Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Camelback Academy Glendale | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Don Mensendick School Glendale | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| William C Jack School Glendale | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Harold W Smith School Glendale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Edison School of Innovation Glendale | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary School Glendale | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| West-MEC - Glendale High School Glendale | 1.7 mi | — |
| Glendale High School Glendale | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Westland School Brighton Campus Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Tomahawk School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Raymond S. Kellis Glendale | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,077
Median Home Value
$286,800
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
34,769
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
30.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding West-mec - Independence High School has a median household income of $75,077. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,800, with a median rent of $1,476/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West-mec - Independence High School
What grades does West-mec - Independence High School serve?
West-mec - Independence High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West-mec - Independence High School?
West-mec - Independence High School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What are the test scores at West-mec - Independence High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, West-mec - Independence High School has 58.0% math proficiency and 55.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is West-mec - Independence High School a charter school?
No, West-mec - Independence High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West-mec - Independence High School a Title I school?
No, West-mec - Independence High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,171/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Glendale). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 435-6100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)- District Enrollment
- 423
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $88,514
Other Schools in This District
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