Southwest High School is a 6A public high school in the Southwest Independent School District of San Antonio, Texas, USA. For the 2021-22 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,363 students in grades 9-12, Southwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest High School's student population of 2,363 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Southwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7135 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
88%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
5%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest High School's ranking?
Southwest High School is ranked #7135 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Southwest High School often compared to?
Southwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlandale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southwest High School?
2,363 students attend Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Southwest High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest High School?
Southwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest High School offer ?
Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest High School part of?
Southwest High School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest High School located?
Southwest High School is located in the United Southwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in United Southwest.
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