Serving 1,205 students in grades 6-8, Southwest Middle School 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 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Middle School serves the southwest part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 1,205 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2117 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
40%
22%
Black
44%
24%
White
9%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #2117 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwest Middle School often compared to?
Southwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
1,205 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Southwest Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Middle School located?
Southwest Middle School is located in the Steele Creek neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Steele Creek.
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