Southwest Magnet High School, also known as Southwest-Macon and Southwest Magnet High School and Law Academy, is a high school in Macon, Georgia, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. It is a unit of the Bibb County School System.
Serving 820 students in grades 9-12, Southwest 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 3% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 820 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2198 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
93%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #2198 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School, Howard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
820 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southwest High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest High School offer ?
Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest High School part of?
Southwest High School is part of Bibb County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2009
I feel that Southwest is a good school. Too many people base their opinion of the school solely on the demographics. Southwest is a quality school and has a well rounded academic program. More support for the fine arts would only enhance the entire school climate. The new facilities opening next school year should make a world of a difference to the moral of the entire community. I would recommend this school.
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