Southwestern Elementary School

150 Pioneer Rd
Suffolk, VA 23437
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwestern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 73% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Southwestern Elementary School's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026

School Rankings

Southwestern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#957 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
73%
68%
(20-21)
63%
69%
(20-21)
40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
27%
22%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southwestern Elementary School's ranking?
Southwestern Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Southwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Southwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Elementary School?
609 students attend Southwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Southwestern Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Elementary School?
Southwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwestern Elementary School offer ?
Southwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwestern Elementary School part of?
Southwestern Elementary School is part of Suffolk City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 73% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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