Needs Improvement
#2119 of 2,268 schools in GA
Southwest Elementary School
Elementary School · Savannah-Chatham County
6020 Ogeechee Rd, Savannah, GA 31419
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,119 of 2,268
In Savannah
#43 of 48
public schools
In district
#51 of 58
Savannah-Chatham County
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About Southwest Elementary School
Southwest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Savannah, GA, part of Savannah-Chatham County. Southwest Elementary School serves approximately 729 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,119 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Southwest Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Southwest Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA 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: 2.5/10.
How Southwest Elementary School Compares
See how Southwest Elementary 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
6020 Ogeechee Rd, Savannah, GA 31419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Hampstead K-8 School (rated 8.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Bloomingdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richmond Hill Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,734
Median Home Value
$239,600
Median Rent
$1,344/mo
Population
57,354
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.9
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| Atlanta Heights Charter School Atlanta, GA | 3.5 |
| Flippen Elementary School Mcdonough, GA | 3.5 |
| Heard-Mixon Elementary School Covington, GA | 3.5 |
| Hephzibah Elementary School Hephzibah, GA | 3.5 |
| Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School Albany, GA | 3.5 |
| Peek's Chapel Elementary Conyers, GA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Elementary School
What grades does Southwest Elementary School serve?
Southwest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 729 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Elementary School rank in GA?
Southwest Elementary School ranks #2,119 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Southwest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southwest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southwest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Elementary School?
81.8% of students at Southwest Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 729
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chatham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (912) 395-3300
Resources & Links
District
Savannah-Chatham County- District Enrollment
- 35,781
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,342
- District Rank
- #51 of 58
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