Southwest High School
- Public
- LINCOLN, NE
Public School
Southwest High School
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- LINCOLN, NE
- Rating 3.97 out of 5 306 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade B
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Health & Safetygrade B+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade B
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
64%
Percent Proficient - Math
67%
Average Graduation Rate
91%
Average SAT
1330
26 responses
Average ACT
27
283 responses
AP Enrollment
27%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Housinggrade B+
Median Household Income
$57,746
National
$62,843Median Rent
$852
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$169,800
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade B+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 92%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 37 responses
Poll
- 95%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 37 responses
Students
Diversity
grade B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,055
Free or Reduced Lunch
22%
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 35 responses
- 69%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 35 responses
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 35 responses
Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$55,237
Teachers in First/Second Year
9.6%
- 70%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 50 responses
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 50 responses
- 84%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 50 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$13,196 / year
National
$12,239- 93%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 59 responses
- 56%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 59 responses
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 59 responses
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Lincoln Southwest had a great curriculum with many different kinds of classes and had a block schedule, which made the work load reasonable. The teachers at Southwest were the best, because they cared about every student and made sure that everyone had the same wonderful experience. The program for band at Southwest is amazing, because of the great atmosphere, the opportunities to participate in different activities, and the teachers who conduct the bands. My favorite band out of jazz, concert, marching, pep, and show band is marching band. The only disadvantage I can think of is this school is that there isn't much diversity in the student population. I recommend to go to Southwest High School, because they have many different clubs and sports like debate, football, baseball, etc. The counselors there are a great help when covering classes and for juniors and seniors, they support everyone when it comes to each student's future in after high school.
I've loved going to Southwest for the past three years. We have a great teaching staff full of educators who care about the success of their students. Our musical programs are phenomenal, I've been given so much help on growing my artistic talents. If I were to see one thing changed, I would want there to be more connectivity between the different social groups. Instead of there being a popularity divide, I want there to be less comparison about who lifts the most weights or has the most money. Suburban white schools can be a little petty sometimes.
I enjoyed Southwest high school for several reasons. This school is newer and updated, clean, bright, and secure. There is plenty of parking. However, getting in and out of the parking lot during arrival and dismissal hours can test ones patience.
Here are two main reasons I selected to go to Southwest High School.
1) Southwest High School offers a block schedule. I like this schedule as I only would have 4 subjects to worry about each term. The class time are longer which allows for study time in the class so there is less homework. The block schedule also accelerates how many credits you earn. This way a student can graduate earlier than students in traditional scheduled schools.
2) Lincoln Southwest has several clubs and sports to join. I am not the athletic type so I joined the trap shooting team. This has become a very popular sport.
I enjoyed my 4 years at Lincoln Southwest. I’d have no problem recommending this school!
Here are two main reasons I selected to go to Southwest High School.
1) Southwest High School offers a block schedule. I like this schedule as I only would have 4 subjects to worry about each term. The class time are longer which allows for study time in the class so there is less homework. The block schedule also accelerates how many credits you earn. This way a student can graduate earlier than students in traditional scheduled schools.
2) Lincoln Southwest has several clubs and sports to join. I am not the athletic type so I joined the trap shooting team. This has become a very popular sport.
I enjoyed my 4 years at Lincoln Southwest. I’d have no problem recommending this school!