Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Southwestern Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwestern Middle School's student population of 266 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Integrity, Kindness, Connections, Excellence
School Calendar
School Motto
Integrity, Kindness, Connections, Excellence
School Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1879 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
White
84%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Middle School is ranked #1879 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southwestern Middle School often compared to?
Southwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frewsburg Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
266 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Southwestern Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Middle School?
Southwestern Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Southwestern Central School District At Jamestown.
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