Southwest Middle School

About Southwest Middle School

Southwest Middle School is a vibrant, diverse learning environment that provides an excellent education for its students. Located in the heart of the city, Southwest Middle School is a great place to learn and grow. The school offers a range of classes, from core subjects like math and science to electives like art and music. The faculty is experienced and dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential.
The school also provides a variety of extracurricular activities for students to get involved in. From sports teams to student clubs, there is something for everyone. The school also places a strong emphasis on community service, and students are encouraged to participate in volunteer activities.
Southwest Middle School is committed to providing a safe, supportive learning environment for all of its students. The school has a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and has a strong focus on creating an inclusive atmosphere.
Overall, Southwest Middle School is an excellent school that provides students with the tools they need to succeed. With experienced teachers, a wide range of classes, and a variety of extracurricular activities, Southwest Middle School is a great place to learn and grow.

Address:	1103 Woodruff St Searcy, AR 72143
Phone:	(501) 268-3125
Site:	www.searcyschools.org
Grades:	4 – 6
Enrollment:	957 students

Overview Southwest Middle School

Southwest Middle School serves 957 students in grades 4-6.
Southwest Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Southwest Middle School

Southwest Middle School is ranked within the top 30% 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 Southwest Middle School is 0.47, 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.