Southwestern Middle School serves 524 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
21%
Black
86%
25%
White
13%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
524 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Southwestern Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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 North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Bertie County Schools.
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