Flint Southwestern Classical Academy

Flint Southwestern Classical Academy

Public High School | Grade 7-12
1420 W 12th St,  Flint, MI
Flint Public Schools
3.1
3.4
533 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Calvin Sims
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
950
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
15%
Average GPA
3.11
Graduation Rate
52%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.11
Reading Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
950
Math
470
Verbal
480
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
18
Reading
18
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
132:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.3%
Female
42.7%
Black
80.3%
White
11.1%
Two or more races
5.4%
Hispanic
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mott Community College 120 Students
Michigan State University 109 Students
Central Michigan University 84 Students
Eastern Michigan University 84 Students
Saginaw Valley State University 82 Students
Wayne State University 81 Students
Oakland University 74 Students
Ferris State University 73 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 70 Students
Western Michigan University 63 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 35 Students
Nursing 25 Students
Psychology 19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Small Business Management 14 Students
Biology 12 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 11 Students
Physical Therapy 11 Students
Cosmetology 11 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 177 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/14/2024
Not an entirely bad school, however I guarantee that there are much better options. But if you're just looking to go to a highschool, regardless of its pros and cons. Southwestern is probably the perfect choice for you.
1.0 Sophomore
11/9/2024
Okay so the reason I say the school sucks I walk in u see metal detectors on top of that they wand you aswelll u can't have hoodies 3 day strike for phones or teacher keeps whole year u can't have blankets and a teacher got hit in the head by a chair by a student and the baseball field sucks the school is definitely bad don't GO HERE PLEASE
5.0 Senior
5/1/2024
My school was really easy all you had to do was show up and do the work it really wasn't that difficult
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 8 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/26/2021
The school improvement office and principal are clearly ineffective, so why does the district keep recycling this failed leadership? SWA has been ranked at the bottom for implementation according to school data, yet FCS continues to renew these same clueless administrators. My son “graduated” and co...
4.0 parent
8/22/2013
Southwestern Academy is a school built on assisting with the educational advancement of its' and preparing them for college.
5.0 other
3/22/2011
This is the best school for your child to go to it is very good and very nice. Everyone there is nice, neat and respectful. GO TO S-DUB BABY
teacher
10/12/2010
Southwestern is a safe, healthy environment where the kids are encouraged to excel to their fullest potential. The staff is dedicated to the kids well-being, and are exceptional educators.

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Flint Southwestern Classical Academy is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Flint, MI and is served by the Flint Public Schools in Michigan. The school has a total enrollment of 533 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 15% are proficient in reading. Flint Southwestern Classical Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.11, the graduation rate is 52%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 950 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $69,179. Discover additional schools in the area, like Flint Cultural Center Academy, and more. Learn more about what Flint has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Flint Southwestern Classical Academy.

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