Serving 808 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southwest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Southwest Elementary School's student population of 808 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Southwest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
35%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Elementary School's ranking?
Southwest Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
808 students attend Southwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Southwest Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Elementary School part of?
Southwest Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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