Southwestern Academy serves 209 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
59%
18%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwestern Academy?
209 students attend Southwestern Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southwestern Academy students are Black, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Academy?
Southwestern Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwestern Academy offer ?
Southwestern Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwestern Academy part of?
Southwestern Academy is part of Battle Creek Public Schools.
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