Southwest High School

Direction11690 Dragon Ln, San Antonio, TX, 78252
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Public School SOUTHWEST ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 81
Student Progress 83
Closing Performance Gaps 86
Overall 84

Distinction Designations

Medal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Discover Excellence at Southwest High School

Nestled in the vibrant community of San Antonio at 11690 Dragon Ln, Southwest High School stands as a beacon of educational excellence in the Southwest ISD. With a dedicated faculty of 134 teachers who bring an average of 12 years of invaluable experience and an enduring commitment to student success, this institution is a place where young minds are nurtured to reach their highest potential.

Educational Excellence in Every Classroom

At Southwest High School, we pride ourselves on our strong faculty-student connections, facilitated by an ideal student-to-teacher ratio of 15.80. This ensures that each of our 2,117 students receives personalized attention, fostering an environment where students are not only heard but are actively engaged in their learning journey. Our teachers, who have been part of our community for an average of 8 years, are not just educators but mentors who strive to make a difference in each student’s life.

Supportive and Enriching Learning Environment

In addition to our experienced teachers, we are supported by 16 dedicated educational aides who contribute to an enriching and supportive learning environment. This team works hand in hand to create a nurturing space that encourages all students to explore their interests and excel in both academic and extracurricular pursuits.

Join Our Community

Located in the heart of Texas, Southwest High School is more than just a school; it's a community where students are prepared for the challenges of the future with confidence and a love of learning. We invite you to become a part of our thriving school community, where we commit to bringing out the best in each student through rigorous academics and a wide array of opportunities.

For more information or to schedule a visit to our campus, please call us at (210) 622-4500. Join us to see firsthand how Southwest High School can provide a transformative educational experience for your child.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2363
Is Charter
No
Address
11690 DRAGON LN, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78252
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Principal
MRS AMANDA WAGNER
School District
Phone
(210) 622-4500
County
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Southwest High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 113 4.79%
Hispanic 2,066 87.62%
White 125 5.30%
Asian 11 0.47%
Native American 3 0.13%
Two or More Races 36 1.53%
Total Students 2,358 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,757 74.51%
Limited English Proficiency 341 14.46%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 324 13.74%
Gifted & Talented 323 13.70%
Special Education 407 17.26%
Teacher Student Ratio 16.10 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 5 3.35%
20 - 30 years 27 18.28%
10 - 20 years 51 35.11%
6 - 10 years 29 19.99%
1- 5 years 28 18.96%
Beginning Teacher 6 4.24%
Teacher Experience Average 13.20 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 8.10 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 146 100%
Female Teachers 82 56.40 %
Male Teachers 64 43.60 %
School Admin 7
School Support 13
Edu Aids 21
Special Education 23

Southwest High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 76% 70% 65% 87% 93%
African American 77% 70% 58% 97% 96%
Hispanic 76% 70% 65% 86% 93%
White 78% 70% 61% 100% 91%
Asian 100% 100% *% *% *%
Two or More Races 82% 79% 71% 100% 86%
Economically Disadvantaged 74% 66% 62% 87% 93%
Male Students 73% 66% 61% 85% 92%
Female Students 79% 74% 68% 90% 94%
Special Education 46% 33% 27% 66% 74%
Limited English Proficiency 64% 50% 61% 82% 87%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 94.5 878 16.7 11.8
African American 95.5 830 * 4.8
Hispanic 95.5 875 16.2 11.2
White 69.6 986 22.3 31.3
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races 100 972 * 20
Male Students 92.8 872 18 15
Female Students 96.1 884 15.9 9
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 65.3 63.2 56.3 96.1 0.4 0.6 2.9
African American 50 59.1 50 95.2 n/a 4.8 n/a
Hispanic 65.9 63 55.9 95.8 0.5 0.5 3.2
White 65.2 65.2 60.9 100 n/a n/a n/a
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races 87.5 87.5 87.5 100 n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 96 0.9 0.9 2.2
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 96.1 n/a 0.4 3.5
Special Education 7 8.1 2.3 96.7 n/a 2.2 1.1
Eco Disadvantaged 61 59 51.6 95.6 0.3 0.8 3.3

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