Serving 2,120 students in grades 9-12, Southwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 2,120 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5395 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #5395 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlandale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
2,120 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Southwest High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest High School offer ?
Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest High School part of?
Southwest High School is part of Southwest ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest High School located?
Southwest High School is located in the United Southwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in United Southwest.
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