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Southwest Elementary School

2650 Southwest Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803, United States

+1 (863) 499-2830

http://schools.polk-fl.net/swe

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Southwest Elementary School Overview

About This School

Southwest Elementary School is a public elementary in Lakeland, Florida, serving 376 students in grades PK-5. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 31 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $51,724. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students are composed of 55% male and 45% female. The demographic breakdown includes 39% Hispanic, 33% White, 21% Black, 7% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

376

Total Students

PK-5

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

31 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Polk County

Students per Counselor

376:1

Southwest Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17.8:1

State Avg: 18.6:1

376

Students per Counselor

Southwest Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$51,724

City Avg: $51,724

State Avg: $53,941

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor376:1

Southwest Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

54.52%

Male

45.48%

Female

Total Enrollment: 376 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White32.71%

Hispanic38.83%

Asian0.53%

Black21.01%

Two or More Races6.65%

Native American0.27%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southwest Elementary School

Q: What is Southwest Elementary School?

A: Southwest Elementary School is a elementary public located in Lakeland.

Q: How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?

A: Southwest Elementary School has approximately 376 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Southwest Elementary School

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About Southwest Elementary School - Lakeland, FL

Quick Facts about Southwest Elementary School
School Name	Southwest Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	2650 Southwest Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803, Lakeland, FL
County	Polk County
Phone	+1 (863) 499-2830
Total Students	376
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	31
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Elementary School

What is Southwest Elementary School?

Southwest Elementary School is a elementary public located in Lakeland.

How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?

Southwest Elementary School has approximately 376 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School is 12:1.

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