publicmiddleGrade 6-8

Southwest Middle

1 Roadrunner Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052, United States

+1 (704) 866-6290

http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/southwest

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Southwest Middle Overview

About This School

Southwest Middle is a public middle in Gastonia, North Carolina, serving 832 students in grades Grade 6-8. The school maintains a staff of 54 teachers with an average salary of $36,697 and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 277:1 to assist the student body. Students at Southwest Middle represent a diverse demographic, with 55% male and 45% female enrollment. The student population is composed of 36% Hispanic, 34% Black, 22% White, 7% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

832

Total Students

Grade 6-8

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

54 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

Grade 6-8

County

Gaston County

Students per Counselor

277:1

Southwest Middle Academics & Test Scores

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State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 14.5:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

277

Students per Counselor

Southwest Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$36,697

City Avg: $37,443

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor277:1

Southwest Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

55.41%

Male

44.59%

Female

Total Enrollment: 832 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White22.48%

Hispanic36.3%

Asian0.6%

Black33.65%

Two or More Races6.85%

Native American0.12%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southwest Middle

Q: What is Southwest Middle?

A: Southwest Middle is a middle public located in Gastonia.

Q: How many students attend Southwest Middle?

A: Southwest Middle has approximately 832 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about Southwest Middle

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Southwest Middle - Gastonia, NC

Quick Facts about Southwest Middle
School Name	Southwest Middle
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	1 Roadrunner Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052, Gastonia, NC
County	Gaston County
Phone	+1 (704) 866-6290
Total Students	832
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	54
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Middle

What is Southwest Middle?

Southwest Middle is a middle public located in Gastonia.

How many students attend Southwest Middle?

Southwest Middle has approximately 832 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Middle?

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

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