Serving 2,014 students in grades 8-12, Little Rock Southwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 55% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Rock Southwest High School's student population of 2,014 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Rock Southwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Rock Southwest High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#990 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
64%
19%
White
4%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Rock Southwest High School's ranking?
Little Rock Southwest High School is ranked #990 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Rock Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Little Rock Southwest High School is 55%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Little Rock Southwest High School?
2,014 students attend Little Rock Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Little Rock Southwest High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Rock Southwest High School?
Little Rock Southwest High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Rock Southwest High School offer ?
Little Rock Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Little Rock Southwest High School part of?
Little Rock Southwest High School is part of Little Rock School District.
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