Southwestern High School
361 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Southwestern High School, located in Hanover, Indiana, serves as a central educational hub for the Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated School Corporation. Nestled in a rural community, the school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where faculty and staff prioritize personalized attention and strong relationships with their students. As a smaller institution, it provides a supportive atmosphere that encourages active student participation in both academic and extracurricular activities, helping to create a sense of school pride within the Hanover area.
Academically, Southwestern High School is dedicated to preparing its students for success after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering various opportunities for intellectual growth. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a robust athletic and club culture, which serves as a cornerstone of the student experience, encouraging teamwork, leadership, and community engagement. By balancing traditional instruction with holistic student development, the school strives to empower its students to become productive and responsible members of their community.
Academically, Southwestern High School is dedicated to preparing its students for success after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering various opportunities for intellectual growth. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a robust athletic and club culture, which serves as a cornerstone of the student experience, encouraging teamwork, leadership, and community engagement. By balancing traditional instruction with holistic student development, the school strives to empower its students to become productive and responsible members of their community.
361
Total Students
30.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 328 |
| Hispanic | 22 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 7 |
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White328 (90.9 %)
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Hispanic22 (6.1 %)
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Two or More7 (1.9 %)
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Asian4 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Southwestern-Jefferson Co Con |
| Phone: | (812)866-1240 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 361 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 165 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 21 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
110
Grade 10
82
Grade 11
88
Grade 12
81
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 110 |
| Grade 10 | 82 |
| Grade 11 | 88 |
| Grade 12 | 81 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 178 | 49.3% |
| Male | 183 | 50.7% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 9th - 12th