School Overview
Southwest Middle School, located in the San Ysidro area of San Diego, is part of the Sweetwater Union High School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. The campus is known for its commitment to creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage in rigorous coursework while participating in various extracurricular activities that help build community and school spirit.

The school’s mission is centered on empowering students to achieve their full potential through high-quality instruction and the integration of technology in the classroom. As part of the larger Sweetwater district, Southwest Middle benefits from structured curriculum standards and resources designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. By fostering a culture of collaboration among teachers, parents, and the local community, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to succeed both academically and personally during their middle school years.
441
Total Students
20.8
Full-Time Teachers
21.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southwest Middle
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic381
Black11
Asian6
Two or More9
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    381 (86.4 %)
  • White
    33 (7.5 %)
  • Black
    11 (2.5 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.0 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Sweetwater Union High
Phone: (619)628-4000
Website: http://www.sweetwaterschools.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 441
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 369
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Grade 7 227
Grade 8 214

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southwest Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 7227
Grade 8214
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southwest Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21248.1%
Male22951.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)