Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Southwest Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Middle School serves the southern part of Savannah, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 133.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 21.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 528 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2029 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
58%
36%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.6%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #2029 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
528 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Southwest Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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