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Southwest Dekalb High School

2863 Kelley Chapel Rd, Decatur, GA 30034, United States
+1 (678) 874-1902
2.6
Overall Rating

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Southwest Dekalb High School Overview

About This School

Southwest Dekalb High School is a public high in Decatur, Georgia, serving 1,237 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 38% in ELA and 14% in math. The school maintains a staff of 81 teachers with an average salary of $76,083 and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Additionally, the school provides academic support with one counselor for every 618 students. Students are evenly divided between male and female populations. The student body is 94% Black, 3% Hispanic, and 2% Two or More Races.

1,237
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
81 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts38%
Mathematics14%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Dekalb County
Students per Counselor
618:1

Southwest Dekalb High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

38%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 37%
14%
Mathematics
City Avg: 26%State Avg: 36%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
618
Students per Counselor

Southwest Dekalb High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
81

Average Teacher Salary

$76,083
City Avg: $73,166
State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor618:1

Southwest Dekalb High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.44%
Male
49.56%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,237 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.16%
Hispanic3.07%
Asian0.49%
Black94.1%
Two or More Races1.94%
Native American0.16%

Southwest Dekalb High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Southwest Dekalb High School

Q: What is Southwest Dekalb High School?

A: Southwest Dekalb High School is a high public located in Decatur.

Q: How many students attend Southwest Dekalb High School?

A: Southwest Dekalb High School has approximately 1,237 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Dekalb High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Dekalb High School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Southwest Dekalb High School

Southwest Dekalb High School is a public high in Decatur, Georgia, serving 1,237 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 38% in ELA and 14% in math. The school maintains a staff of 81 teachers with an average salary of $76,083 and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Additionally, the school provides academic support with one counselor for every 618 students. Students are evenly divided between male and female populations. The student body is 94% Black, 3% Hispanic, and 2% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Southwest Dekalb High School - Decatur, GA

Quick Facts about Southwest Dekalb High School
School NameSouthwest Dekalb High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location2863 Kelley Chapel Rd, Decatur, GA 30034, Decatur, GA
CountyDekalb County
Phone+1 (678) 874-1902
Total Students1,237
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers81
Rating2.6/10
ELA Proficiency38%
Math Proficiency14%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Dekalb High School

What is Southwest Dekalb High School?

Southwest Dekalb High School is a high public located in Decatur.

How many students attend Southwest Dekalb High School?

Southwest Dekalb High School has approximately 1,237 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Dekalb High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Dekalb High School is 15:1.

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