Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Southwestern Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southwestern Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2263 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
26%
21%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Middle School is ranked #2263 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southwestern Middle School often compared to?
Southwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deland Middle School, River Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
714 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Southwestern Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwestern Middle School?
Southwestern Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwestern Middle School located?
Southwestern Middle School is located in the Bradley Park neighborhood of Deland, FL.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2010
The principal of this school is a dynamo. She is fantastic! She knows every student by their first name. She loves them all. Her enthusiasm is infectious. I have one son who has gone through and another still there. I got a variance to make sure they both would be there. Head and shoulders above the other middle school in the area.
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