Southwest Elementary School
551 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Southwest Elementary School is a public school located in Howell, Michigan, serving students within the Howell Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, emphasizing both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of a district known for its community-focused approach, Southwest Elementary integrates modern instructional practices with traditional values to prepare children for their future educational transitions.
The school benefits from being part of the broader Howell Public Schools system, which provides students with access to a variety of resources, specialized support services, and extracurricular opportunities. Families can find information regarding the school's curriculum, calendar, and staff directory by visiting the district’s official website at [www.howellschools.com](http://www.howellschools.com). With its central location on Gay Street, Southwest Elementary plays an active role in the local Howell community, prioritizing a partnership between parents, educators, and students to ensure a well-rounded elementary experience.
The school benefits from being part of the broader Howell Public Schools system, which provides students with access to a variety of resources, specialized support services, and extracurricular opportunities. Families can find information regarding the school's curriculum, calendar, and staff directory by visiting the district’s official website at [www.howellschools.com](http://www.howellschools.com). With its central location on Gay Street, Southwest Elementary plays an active role in the local Howell community, prioritizing a partnership between parents, educators, and students to ensure a well-rounded elementary experience.
551
Total Students
35.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 451 |
| Hispanic | 63 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 14 |
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White451 (81.9 %)
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Hispanic63 (11.4 %)
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Two or More15 (2.7 %)
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Pacific Islander14 (2.5 %)
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Asian6 (1.1 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Howell Public Schools |
| Phone: | (517)548-6288 |
| Website: | http://www.howellschools.com |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 551 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 180 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 21 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
99
Grade 1
99
Grade 2
91
Grade 3
76
Grade 4
87
Grade 5
99
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 99 |
| Grade 2 | 91 |
| Grade 3 | 76 |
| Grade 4 | 87 |
| Grade 5 | 99 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 271 | 49.2% |
| Male | 280 | 50.8% |
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