Below Average
#7219 of 8,552 schools in TX
Southwest H S
High School · FORT WORTH ISD
4100 ALTAMESA BLVD, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Enrollment
1,186
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,186
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,219 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#170 of 235
public schools
In district
#77 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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About Southwest H S
Southwest H S is a public high school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Southwest H S serves approximately 1,186 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,219 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest H S show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Southwest H S 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 H S — Students at Southwest H S score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX 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: 3.4/10.
How Southwest H S Compares
See how Southwest H S 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
4100 ALTAMESA BLVD, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - FORT WORTH (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH HILLS H S (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH WESTCREEK (rated 3.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| WOODWAY EL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| J T STEVENS EL Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH WESTCREEK Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| WESTCREEK EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| FT WORTH ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTH HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HAZEL HARVEY PEACE EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| WEDGWOOD ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| OAKMONT EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MEADOWCREEK EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH HILLS EL Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MARY HARRIS EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CROWLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,722
Median Home Value
$223,200
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
53,825
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
34
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| BURBANK H S San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| EDISON H S San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| FURR H S Houston, TX | 4.3 |
| IRVIN H S El Paso, TX | 4.3 |
| LEADERSHIP PREP SCHOOL SECONDARY Frisco, TX | 4.3 |
| SAN ELIZARIO H S San Elizario, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest H S
What grades does Southwest H S serve?
Southwest H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest H S?
Southwest H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest H S is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest H S rank in TX?
Southwest H S ranks #7,219 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest H S has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest H S a charter school?
No, Southwest H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest H S a Title I school?
No, Southwest H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest H S?
82.5% of students at Southwest H S 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
- 1,186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (817) 814-8000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #77 of 131
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