Serving 483 students in grades 7-8, Southwest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8687 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Middle School is ranked #8687 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southwest Middle School often compared to?
Southwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mar Vista Academy, Montgomery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Southwest Middle School?
483 students attend Southwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Southwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Middle School?
Southwest Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southwest Middle School offer ?
Southwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Southwest Middle School part of?
Southwest Middle School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Middle School located?
Southwest Middle School is located in the Otay Mesa West neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Otay Mesa West.
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