Southwest Charter School serves 630 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
85%
15%
White
8%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwest Charter School?
630 students attend Southwest Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Southwest Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Charter School?
Southwest Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest Charter School offer ?
Southwest Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Southwest Charter School part of?
Southwest Charter School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
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