Little Rock Southwest High School, also known as Little Rock Southwest Magnet High School, is a public high school in southwest Little Rock, Arkansas. Groundbreaking occurred in 2017. It replaced J. A. Fair Systems Magnet High School and McClellan Magnet High School.
Serving 2,163 students in grades 8-12, Little Rock Southwest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Rock Southwest High School's student population of 2,163 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Rankings
Little Rock Southwest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Rock Southwest High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
60%
19%
White
5%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Rock Southwest High School's ranking?
Little Rock Southwest High School is ranked #985 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Rock Southwest High School?
The graduation rate of Little Rock Southwest High School is 57%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Little Rock Southwest High School?
2,163 students attend Little Rock Southwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Little Rock Southwest High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Rock Southwest High School?
Little Rock Southwest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Rock Southwest High School offer ?
Little Rock Southwest High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Rock Southwest High School part of?
Little Rock Southwest High School is part of Little Rock School District.
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