Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Southwestern Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southwestern Middle School's student population of 704 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tiger
School Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1761 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Middle School is ranked #1761 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southwestern Middle School often compared to?
Southwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
704 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Southwestern Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwestern Middle School?
Southwestern Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwestern Middle School located?
Southwestern Middle School is located in the Bradley Park neighborhood of Deland, FL.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2010
The principal of this school is a dynamo. She is fantastic! She knows every student by their first name. She loves them all. Her enthusiasm is infectious. I have one son who has gone through and another still there. I got a variance to make sure they both would be there. Head and shoulders above the other middle school in the area.
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