Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Southwestern Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwestern Middle School's student population of 518 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Wildcats!
School Rankings
Southwestern Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1388 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
7%
13%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Middle School is ranked #1388 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southwestern Middle School often compared to?
Southwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wea Ridge Middle School, Wainwright Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Middle School?
518 students attend Southwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Southwestern Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Middle School?
Southwestern Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwestern Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Middle School part of?
Southwestern Middle School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/27/2014
The teaching staff have all been very professional and helpful. I feel that my daughter is getting a great education. I would recommend this school.
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