Serving 652 students in grades 7-8, Southwest Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Jr. High School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Jr. High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#949 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gadsden Elementary District (4505)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Jr. High School's ranking?
Southwest Jr. High School is ranked #949 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Southwest Jr. High School?
652 students attend Southwest Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Southwest Jr. High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Jr. High School?
Southwest Jr. High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwest Jr. High School offer ?
Southwest Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Jr. High School part of?
Southwest Jr. High School is part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505).
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