Serving 2,199 students in grades 9-12, Southwest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 2,199 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
77%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #161 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Southeast High School, Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 91%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
2,199 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Southwest High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest High School offer ?
Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest High School part of?
Southwest High School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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