Southwestern High School serves 442 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 90% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
89%
33%
White
10%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwestern High School?
442 students attend Southwestern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southwestern High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern High School?
Southwestern High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwestern High School offer ?
Southwestern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwestern High School part of?
Southwestern High School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
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