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Southwest High
High School · Minneapolis Public School District
3414 W 47TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Enrollment
1,310
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,310
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,221 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#63 of 125
public schools
In district
#44 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
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Southwest High
High School in Minneapolis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest High
Southwest High is a public high school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Southwest High serves approximately 1,310 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Southwest High 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 High — Students at Southwest High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 4.1/10.
How Southwest High Compares
See how Southwest 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
3414 W 47TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHESTERTON ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Edina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARONDELET CATHOLIC Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake Harriet Upper Elementary Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| CARONDELET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GOLDEN YEARS Edina | 0.7 mi | — |
| Agamim Classical Academy Edina | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY Edina | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BURROUGHS ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH VIEW MIDDLE Edina | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Edina | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SPECIAL ED-NON PUBLIC Edina | 1.8 mi | — |
| Edina Secondary Virtual Pathway Edina | 1.8 mi | — |
| CONCORD ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| NORMANDALE ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS Saint Louis Park | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,973
Median Home Value
$597,400
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
20,361
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
40.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APOLLO SENIOR HIGH Saint Cloud, MN | 5.8 |
| CHANHASSEN HIGH SCHOOL Chanhassen, MN | 5.8 |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights, MN | 5.8 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake, MN | 5.8 |
| ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope, MN | 5.8 |
| WINONA SENIOR HIGH Winona, MN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest High
What grades does Southwest High serve?
Southwest High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest High?
Southwest High has an enrollment of approximately 1,310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest High?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest High rank in MN?
Southwest High ranks #1,221 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Southwest High's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwest High a charter school?
No, Southwest High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest High a Title I school?
No, Southwest High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest High?
26.0% of students at Southwest 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
- 1,310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (612) 668-3030
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #44 of 78
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