Little Rock Southwest High School

About Little Rock Southwest High School

Little Rock Southwest High School is a public high school located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Established in 1964, it is the largest high school in the state, with an enrollment of over 2,000 students. The school is part of the Little Rock School District, and offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities.
At Little Rock Southwest High School, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their talents. The school offers a variety of Advanced Placement courses, as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school’s marching band, the “Marching Warriors,” is one of the most renowned in the state. The school also offers a variety of clubs and organizations, such as the Science Club, the Student Council, and the Drama Club.
Little Rock Southwest High School is dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in their future careers. The school offers a comprehensive college and career readiness program, and provides support for students in the areas of college admissions, financial aid, and career exploration. The school also offers a variety of college and career exploration opportunities, such as job shadowing, internships, and college visits.
Little Rock Southwest High School is committed to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students. The school has a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and harassment, and works closely with students, parents, and staff to ensure that all students feel safe, respected, and supported. The school also offers a variety of support services, such as counseling, mentoring, and tutoring.

Address:	9715 Mabelvale Pike Mabelvale, AR 72103
Phone:	(501) 447-9100
Site:	–
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	1,904 students

Overview Little Rock Southwest High School

Little Rock Southwest High School serves 1,904 students in grades 9-12.
Little Rock Southwest High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Verdict on Little Rock Southwest High School

Little Rock Southwest High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Little Rock Southwest High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.