Southwestern High School
- Public
- SOMERSET, KY
Public School
Southwestern High School
- grade BOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- SOMERSET, KY
- Rating 3.92 out of 5 188 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Diversitygrade B minus
- Teachersgrade B+
- College Prepgrade B minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B minus
- Administrationgrade B
- Sportsgrade B+
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
44%
Percent Proficient - Math
46%
Average Graduation Rate
98%
Average SAT
1100
9 responses
Average ACT
25
271 responses
AP Enrollment
35%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade B+
Median Household Income
$40,658
National
$64,994Median Rent
$706
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$113,900
National
$229,800Culture & Safety
Poll
74%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 19 responsesPoll
74%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 19 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,333
Free or Reduced Lunch
63%
80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 25 responses64%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 25 responses72%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 25 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$53,310
Teachers in First/Second Year
7.1%
71%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 31 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 31 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 31 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$10,167 / year
National
$12,23988%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 32 responses41%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 32 responses81%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 32 responsesSimilar Schools
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Rating 3.92 out of 5 188 reviews
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The teachers really care about the education of every student, and offer many educational benefits such as tutoring, assistance with applying for college, online, dual credit, and AP college courses. However, the staff does not always care about the student's well-being. When conflict arises, the easiest solution is sought, which isn't always helpful. For instance, when the online app YikYak went viral, online bullying and harassment plagued the school. The school's solution was to send out an email to every student urging for them to simply ignore the cruel app, instead of taking action to solve the actual problem.
Southwestern High School is average in terms of academics and extracurriculars. It is lacking in good student-staff relations. The counselors seem reluctant to do their jobs and most of the teachers are disorganized at best and ineffective at worst. The library is okay and the technology available to students is up to date. The administrative staff seems to have a hard time dealing with troublesome students and the school has had repeated incidents of students threatening others and the school in general. The schools has dealt with these threats by sweeping them under the rug. Many times the school has not released statements to the parents regarding the incidents.
As a current senior at Southwestern High School, I have seen many new faces, whether they be students or teachers. Overall, my time at Southwestern has been incredibly memorable and enjoyable. Most teachers show their care and passion for their jobs. Most administration show respect and care for all students. Facilities such as the cafeteria and bathrooms are kept very clean and tidy by janitors, but become gross once students use the areas. As a music student, I have found much pleasure in the music teachers and teaching styles, specifically the band directors. Diversity is lacking at Southwestern, but I can see we have become a more diverse school year after year, which is something every school should strive for. All in all, Southwestern is a growing community of many different people from differing walks of life. I can truly say my four years at Southwestern have been some of the most memorable of my life.