Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southwest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greenwood Community Sch Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Elementary School's ranking?
Southwest Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southwest Elementary School often compared to?
Southwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Westwood Elementary 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 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
550 students attend Southwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Southwest Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Elementary School part of?
Southwest Elementary School is part of Greenwood Community Sch Corp School District.
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