Serving 1,323 students in grades 6-8, Southwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 1,323 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1975 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #1975 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southwest Middle School often compared to?
Southwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chain Of Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
1,323 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Southwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Southwest Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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