Arizona Western College is a public community college in Yuma, Arizona. It offers associate degrees, occupational certificates, and transfer degrees. AWC also offers classes in Dateland, Parker, San Luis, Somerton, and Wellton.
Stedy- Arizona Western College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 10-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
5%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(21-22)75%
47%
Black
(21-22)n/a
6%
White
(21-22)25%
35%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Stedy- Arizona Western College?
4 students attend Stedy- Arizona Western College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Stedy- Arizona Western College students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What grades does Stedy- Arizona Western College offer ?
Stedy- Arizona Western College offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stedy- Arizona Western College part of?
Stedy- Arizona Western College is part of Southwest Technical Education District Of Yuma (St (92705) School District.
In what neighborhood is Stedy- Arizona Western College located?
Stedy- Arizona Western College is located in the Atmar neighborhood of Yuma, AZ.
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