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#5343 of 9,539 schools in CA
Southwest Middle
Middle School · Sweetwater Union High
2710 Iris St., San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,343 of 9,539
In San Diego
#182 of 288
public schools
In district
#14 of 28
Sweetwater Union High
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Middle
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About Southwest Middle
Southwest Middle is a public middle school in San Diego, CA, part of Sweetwater Union High. Southwest Middle serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southwest Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Southwest Middle runs 20.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Middle — Students at Southwest Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Southwest Middle Compares
See how Southwest Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2710 Iris St., San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mar Vista Academy (rated 5.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Montgomery Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Southwest Senior High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Godfrey G. Berry Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Teofilo Mendoza San Diego | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Montgomery Senior High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Emory Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mar Vista Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Charles Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Los Altos Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Smythe Elementary San Ysidro | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,035
Median Home Value
$606,400
Median Rent
$2,143/mo
Population
82,832
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.6
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| Bret Harte Middle Hayward, CA | 6.1 |
| Bret Harte Preparatory Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Dr. Mildred Dalton Henry Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 6.1 |
| Edison Middle Bakersfield, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Middle
What grades does Southwest Middle serve?
Southwest Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Southwest Middle?
Southwest Middle has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Middle is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Middle rank in CA?
Southwest Middle ranks #5,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Southwest Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest Middle a charter school?
No, Southwest Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Middle a Title I school?
No, Southwest Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Middle?
72.3% of students at Southwest Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (619) 628-4000
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater Union High- District Enrollment
- 35,226
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,647
- District Rank
- #14 of 28
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