Serving 1,291 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Dekalb High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Dekalb High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Southwest Dekalb High School's student population of 1,291 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Dekalb High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Dekalb High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1172 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Dekalb High School's ranking?
Southwest Dekalb High School is ranked #1172 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Southwest Dekalb High School often compared to?
Southwest Dekalb High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Dekalb High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Dekalb High School is 82%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Southwest Dekalb High School?
1,291 students attend Southwest Dekalb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Southwest Dekalb High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Dekalb High School?
Southwest Dekalb High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Dekalb High School offer ?
Southwest Dekalb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest Dekalb High School part of?
Southwest Dekalb High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
1 8/28/2020
How is it possible that the school graduates 86%, but has a 19% proficiency in Math and 42% proficiency in comparison to other schools in Ga? It seems to that the teachers are closing their eyes to the reality and pushing students out the door with minimal education!
2 8/23/2013
Swd high school could be an excellent school but they change principals and faculty frequently. The. School need more stability and reward the staff that prove themselves to be interesting in teaching and caring about the children.
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