Serving 913 students in grades 4-6, Southwest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Searcy, AR, encompassing approximately 161.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 15.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #133 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
913 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southwest Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Searcy School District.
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