Serving 186 students in grades 5-8, Southwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Washburn, MO, covering approximately 141.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to its edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 186 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and Preparing the Leaders of Tomorrow, Today
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1744 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #1744 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
186 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southwest Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% 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 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Southwest R-V School District.
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