Southwest Public Schools School District
School District · Houston, Texas
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,416
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,416
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
How this district compares
Texas rank
#812 of 898
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Texas avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,416
+$4,448 vs Texas median
District size
1,625 students
Typical than Texas median
About Southwest Public Schools
Southwest Public Schools is a Houston, Texas school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,625 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $17,416 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.1/10, Southwest Public Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Phoenix School at Southwest Schools, which has a composite score of 6.8/10.
In standardized testing, Southwest Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 19.7% and ELA proficiency of 24.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Southwest Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Southwest Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Southwest Public Schools
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Texas
- City
- Houston
- Total Enrollment
- 1,625
- Teachers (FTE)
- 102
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Southwest Public Schools?
Southwest Public Schools has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Southwest Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Southwest Public Schools is 5.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Southwest Public Schools?
Southwest Public Schools spends $17,416 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Southwest Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Southwest Public Schools is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Southwest Public Schools?
Phoenix School at Southwest Schools is the highest-rated school in Southwest Public Schools with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What are the test scores in Southwest Public Schools?
Across schools in Southwest Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 19.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 24.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Southwest Public Schools compare to other districts in Texas?
Southwest Public Schools has an average school rating of 5.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Texas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 19.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 24.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Southwest Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Houston ISD (274)
- Dallas ISD (240)
- Fort Worth ISD (138)
- Northside ISD (126)
- Idea Public Schools (123)
- Austin ISD (123)
- San Antonio ISD (98)
- Cypress-fairbanks ISD (93)
- Fort Bend ISD (83)
- Aldine ISD (80)
- Garland ISD (78)
- Katy ISD (78)
- Frisco ISD (77)
- Plano ISD (77)
- Arlington ISD (75)
- EL Paso ISD (75)
- North East ISD (75)
- Pasadena ISD (67)
- Conroe ISD (66)
- Lewisville ISD (62)
- Round Rock ISD (60)
- Kipp Texas Public Schools (56)
- Brownsville ISD (56)
- Amarillo ISD (55)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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