Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Southwest Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Southwest Primary's student population of 328 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southwest Primary is 0.76, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)30-34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
27%
25%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Southwest Primary often compared to?
Southwest Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Longview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Primary?
328 students attend Southwest Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Southwest Primary students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Primary?
Southwest Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Primary offer ?
Southwest Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Southwest Primary part of?
Southwest Primary is part of Hickory City Schools School District.
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