Serving 189 students in grades 7-8, Southwestern Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Southwestern Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1458 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
93%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Middle School is ranked #1458 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
189 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southwestern Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwestern Middle School?
Southwestern Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Southwestern CUSD 9 School District.
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