Serving 1,846 students in grades 9-12, Southwest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest High's attendance zone encompasses the entire El Centro school district, covering approximately 126.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 1,846 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,846 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Motto
Southwest High School, with the support of families and the surrounding community, is dedicated to providing an educational environment where students are challenged, excellence is expected and differences are valued.
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3230 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Eagle Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #3230 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
1,846 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Southwest High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Central Union High School District.
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