Serving 371 students in grades 1-5, Southwest Elementary Global Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Elementary Global Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest Elementary Global Academy's student population of 371 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Elementary Global Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Elementary Global Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#1507 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
38%
20%
Black
30%
25%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Elementary Global Academy's ranking?
Southwest Elementary Global Academy is ranked #1507 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwest Elementary Global Academy often compared to?
Southwest Elementary Global Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Charles England Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Elementary Global Academy?
371 students attend Southwest Elementary Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Southwest Elementary Global Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Elementary Global Academy?
Southwest Elementary Global Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Elementary Global Academy offer ?
Southwest Elementary Global Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Southwest Elementary Global Academy part of?
Southwest Elementary Global Academy is part of Lexington City Schools School District.
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