Serving 997 students in grades 7-8, Southwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Middle School serves the southern part of Palm Bay, FL, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 208.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 17.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 997 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2684 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
42%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #2684 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southwest Middle School often compared to?
Southwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
997 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Southwest Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Brevard School District.
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