Southwest Elementary School serves 164 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
164 students

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
98%
36%

White
2%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
164 students attend Southwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Southwest Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Southwest Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southwest Elementary School part of?
Southwest Elementary School is part of Hancock County School District.
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