Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Southwest Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Elementary serves the southern part of Hickory, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Primary's student population of 292 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Southwest will create lifelong learners and productive citizens who are respectful, responsible, and safe.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southwest Primary is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)30-34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lion Cubs Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Southwest Primary often compared to?
Southwest Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Longview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Primary?
292 students attend Southwest Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Southwest Primary students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Primary?
Southwest Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Primary offer ?
Southwest Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Primary part of?
Southwest Primary is part of Hickory City Schools.
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