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#3789 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Southwest Senior High
High School · Sweetwater Union High
1685 Hollister St., San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
1,586
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,586
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,789 of 9,539
In San Diego
#154 of 288
public schools
In district
#3 of 28
Sweetwater Union High
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Senior High
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About Southwest Senior High
Southwest Senior High is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of Sweetwater Union High. Southwest Senior High serves approximately 1,586 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,789 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Senior High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Southwest Senior High runs 22.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Senior High — Students at Southwest Senior High score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.3/10.
How Southwest Senior High Compares
See how Southwest Senior High 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
1685 Hollister St., San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Montgomery Senior High (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Launch Virtual Academy (rated 3.3/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Godfrey G. Berry Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Teofilo Mendoza San Diego | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Emory Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Mar Vista Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Charles Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Montgomery Senior High San Diego | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary Imperial Beach | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Oneonta Elementary Imperial Beach | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Senior High
What grades does Southwest Senior High serve?
Southwest Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Senior High?
Southwest Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Senior High is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Senior High rank in CA?
Southwest Senior High ranks #3,789 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Southwest Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Senior High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest Senior High a charter school?
No, Southwest Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Senior High a Title I school?
No, Southwest Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Senior High?
86.3% of students at Southwest Senior High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (619) 628-3023
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater Union High- District Enrollment
- 35,226
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,647
- District Rank
- #3 of 28
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