Serving 1,625 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Senior High School's student population of 1,625 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Senior High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1661 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Senior High School's ranking?
Southwest Senior High School is ranked #1661 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southwest Senior High School often compared to?
Southwest Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Southwest Senior High School?
1,625 students attend Southwest Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southwest Senior High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Senior High School?
Southwest Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southwest Senior High School offer ?
Southwest Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest Senior High School part of?
Southwest Senior High School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Senior High School located?
Southwest Senior High School is located in the Nestor neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Nestor.
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