Serving 1,715 students in grades 9-12, Southwest High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 1,715 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
21%
12%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #415 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 88%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
1,715 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Southwest High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Minnesota 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 Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest High School located?
Southwest High School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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