Average
#857 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 43% in state
Southwest Jr. High School
Middle School · Gadsden Elementary District (4505)
963 N.8th Avenue, San Luis, AZ 85349
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#857 of 2,006
In San Luis
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Gadsden Elementary District (4505)
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Jr. High School
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About Southwest Jr. High School
Southwest Jr. High School is a public middle school in San Luis, AZ, part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505). Southwest Jr.
High School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Jr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #857 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Jr. High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Southwest Jr. High School runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Southwest Jr. High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Jr. High School — Students at Southwest Jr. High School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Southwest Jr. High School Compares
See how Southwest Jr. High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
963 N.8th Avenue, San Luis, AZ 85349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Jr. High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Somerton Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Somerton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, San Luis Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Luis, see our San Luis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEDY- San Luis HS Satellite Yuma | 0.4 mi | — |
| San Luis High School San Luis | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary San Luis | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Harvest Preparatory Academy San Luis AZ Yuma | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Ed Pastor Elementary 4 San Luis | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Desert View Elementary San Luis | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| San Luis Pre-School San Luis | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Rio Colorado Elementary School San Luis | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Arizona Desert Elementary School San Luis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| San Luis Middle School San Luis | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PPEP TEC - Cesar Chavez Learning Center Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Sun Valley Elementary School Somerton | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Gadsden Elementary School San Luis | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Tierra Del Sol Elementary School Somerton | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Bravie T. Soto Elementary School Somerton | 7.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Encanto Learning Center Somerton | 7.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Desert Sonora Elementary School Somerton | 7.6 mi | 7.6 |
| PPEP TEC - Jose Yepez Learning Center Tucson | 7.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Somerton Middle School Somerton | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Orange Grove Elementary School Somerton | 8.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,717
Median Home Value
$196,800
Median Rent
$698/mo
Population
28,810
College Educated
7.9%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert Sky Middle School Tucson, AZ | 6.7 |
| Somerton Middle School Somerton, AZ | 6.7 |
| Verrado Middle School Litchfield Park, AZ | 6.7 |
| Old Vail Middle School Vail, AZ | 6.8 |
| Baker Middle School Kayenta, AZ | 6.6 |
| Sunrise Middle School Scottsdale, AZ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Jr. High School
What grades does Southwest Jr. High School serve?
Southwest Jr. High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Southwest Jr. High School?
Southwest Jr. High School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Jr. High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Jr. High School is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Jr. High School rank in AZ?
Southwest Jr. High School ranks #857 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Southwest Jr. High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Jr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southwest Jr. High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Jr. High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwest Jr. High School a charter school?
No, Southwest Jr. High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Jr. High School a Title I school?
No, Southwest Jr. High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 639
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yuma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (928) 627-6581
Resources & Links
District
Gadsden Elementary District (4505)- District Enrollment
- 5,170
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,364
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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