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Southwest High

3414 W 47Th St, Minneapolis, MN 55410, United States
+1 (612) 668-3030
http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/
4.2
Overall Rating

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Southwest High Overview

About This School

Southwest High is a public high in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving 1,195 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 75 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,546. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 239 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 66% White, 15% Black, 9% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian students.

1,195
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
75 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics37%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Hennepin County
Students per Counselor
239:1

Southwest High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 48%
37%
Mathematics
City Avg: 27%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.4:1
State Avg: 14.3:1
239
Students per Counselor

Southwest High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
75

Average Teacher Salary

$62,546
City Avg: $55,267
State Avg: $64,511

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor239:1

Southwest High Student Demographics

Student Body

51.8%
Male
48.2%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,195 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White66.11%
Hispanic8.87%
Asian3.01%
Black15.31%
Two or More Races5.52%
Native American1.17%

Southwest High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Southwest High

Q: What is Southwest High?

A: Southwest High is a high public located in Minneapolis.

Q: How many students attend Southwest High?

A: Southwest High has approximately 1,195 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about Southwest High

Southwest High is a public high in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving 1,195 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 75 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,546. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 239 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 66% White, 15% Black, 9% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Southwest High - Minneapolis, MN

Quick Facts about Southwest High
School NameSouthwest High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location3414 W 47Th St, Minneapolis, MN 55410, Minneapolis, MN
CountyHennepin County
Phone+1 (612) 668-3030
Total Students1,195
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers75
Rating4.2/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency37%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest High

What is Southwest High?

Southwest High is a high public located in Minneapolis.

How many students attend Southwest High?

Southwest High has approximately 1,195 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest High?

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

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