Southwest Middle School in Albert Lea, MN

Southwest Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-7

1601 W Front St, Albert Lea, MN

Albert Lea Public School District

455 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Chris Dibble

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
27%

Reading Proficiency
41%

C+

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

41%

Math Proficiency

27%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

15.6%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

507:1

Student Diversity

Male

53.6%

Female

46.4%

White

57.4%

Hispanic

24.7%

Asian or Pacific Islander

10.8%

Black

3.8%

Two or more races

3.4%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 other

4/19/2023

I got bullied alot at this school. I never told anyone. The teachers here were so rude. Never going back here. Worst 2 years.

5.0 student

11/3/2022

10/10 Would Recommend eating there, nice food to waste 2$ on. :)

2.0 other

10/30/2021

The teachers at this school were very lazy, and most of the things we had to do were to waste time. Our local newspaper wrote an article about the seventh grade MCA scores going down for the 2018-2019 year, and in 2021, SchoolDigger removed our second star. This was most likely because the education...

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Jennifer Fielding

eXp Realty

(507) 431-1625

108 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$254,000 Price

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eXp Realty

(507) 338-7029

107 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$554,900 Price

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Stephanie Liddiard

KW 1Advantage

(563) 794-7692

139 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$236,000 Price

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Jessica Fisher

RE/MAX Professionals

(612) 712-5813

75 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$38,000 Price

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Bryce Schuenke

Keller Williams Preferred Rlty

(715) 603-6091

183 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$205,000 Price

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Kristina Wheeler

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(612) 445-2996

229 Total Sales

3 in Attendance Zone

$35K - $87K Price Range

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List Price Range

$69K - $882K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$206,716

Median Lot Size

9,583 Sq Ft

% Renters

32%

Average Household Income

$71,200

% of College Grads

16.1%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,629 Sq Ft

Homes for Sale

$325,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,986 Sq Ft

315 W Fountain St

With nearly 4,000 finished square feet, this property delivers exceptional value rarely found in homes of this character and location. Enjoy the charm of two sunrooms, perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, the home preserves its original character ...

Glori Haidar

Edina Realty, Inc.

(507) 797-0680

$595,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,457 Sq Ft

26444 740th Ave

Stunning old farmhouse has been meticulously rebuilt by a builder who planned to make it his own home. Every detail was handcrafted to perfection, blending old-time charm with modern finishes. Rustic barn doors, tin accents, hickory floors, and knotty pine throughout bring the outdoors in, creating ...

Glori Haidar

Edina Realty, Inc.

(507) 616-7183

$104,999

2 Beds
1 Bath
967 Sq Ft

804 Water St

Inviting and full of character, this one-and-a-half-story home offers a comfortable main level featuring a cozy living room, functional kitchen, and designated dining area. Upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The basement provides laundry, utilities, and an open unfinished area—re...

Timothy Woolery

Real Broker, LLC

(507) 713-1152

$194,900

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,191 Sq Ft

1314 Dunham St

Check out this Cape Cod style, meticulously maintained home, situated on an oversized lot. This home features a spacious sunroom, main floor laundry, as well as an oversized 24x36 dream garage for a hobbyist or car enthusiast. The home's 2nd level offers 300+ sq ft of additional potential space, per...

Jared Dawson Leland Realty

$886,900

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,959 Sq Ft

2330 W 9th St

Welcome to this meticulously designed 4-bedroom, 3-bath townhouse, where modern luxury meets functionality. Located on Albert Lea's beautiful Wedgewood Cove golf course. This home offers 3,516 sq. ft. of beautiful living space, boasting a spacious main level with 1,758 sq. ft., plus an equally impre...

Rick Mummert Century 21 Atwood

$264,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,577 Sq Ft

212 N Broadway Ave
Unit C1

Step into this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo that blends comfort, style and unbeatable location. The spacious primary suite features a sleek master bath with contemporary finishes, while the second full bathroom offers convenience for guests or family. Enjoy morning coffee or evening s...

Heather Allen Leland Realty

$106,900

2 Beds
1 Bath
962 Sq Ft

913 Abbott St
Unit 203

Schedule your showing today to tour this two bedroom condo located in close proximity to Fountain Lake with a partial view of the lake form this condo's deck and primary bedroom. This condominium facility has character galore with this structure built in 1908 and remodeled in the mid 1970's. The mai...

Craig Hoium Century 21 Atwood

$189,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft

1412 Regency Ln
New 28 days ago

Schedule your appointment today to tour this single level twinhome with an open floor plan, main level laundry and attached single stall garage. Upgrades to this property include a newer concrete driveway and front steps along with floor coverings for this kitchen/ dining/ living room. This unit als...

Craig Hoium Century 21 Atwood

$59,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,216 Sq Ft

2310 Ethel Ave

Step into easy, one-level living in this well-maintained manufactured home featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and a thoughtfully designed layout. The private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with its own full bath and a walk-in closet, creating the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Fresh i...

Heather Allen Leland Realty

$275,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
2,394 Sq Ft

311 W Fountain St

Step back in time in this gorgeous historic home. You will feel the history in every detail, from the stunning quarter sawn oak staircase to the original hardwood flooring, woodwork and pocket doors. A very welcoming foyer leads to an elegant living room, dining room and cozy music room. This home o...

Norena Brekke Leland Realty

$244,900

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,584 Sq Ft

2418 W Main St
New 14 days ago

This raised ranch four bedroom home along with an attached three stall garage is located in the westerly outlying area of the City with municipal utilities serving this area. This home also includes spacious bedrooms, a large living room, a new rear-yard deck for those summer barbecues, a lower leve...

Craig Hoium Century 21 Atwood

$258,900

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,351 Sq Ft

705 Glenview Dr

Welcome to your dream home nestled on the North side of town! This stunning property beautifully combines contemporary updates with cozy charm, making it perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. As you step through the front door, you'll be greeted by an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly...

Matt Johnson Leland Realty

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Homes for Rent

$1,445 per month

Lakeview Apartments
2 Beds
1 Bath
925 Sq Ft

750 E Front St
Albert Lea, MN

Find Your Perfect Home at Edgeview Apartments – Modern Living with Exceptional Comfort!Welcome to Lakeview Apartments, where contemporary design meets everyday convenience in Albert Lea. Whether you're looking for a spacious 1, or 2 bedroom home, our modern apartments are designed to elevate you...

$625 per month

A-Lea Apartments
1 Bed
1 Bath
500 Sq Ft

909 Janson St
Albert Lea, MN

Like Kwik Trip? The 3 buildings that make up the A Lea Apartments have a neighborhood Kwik Trip surrounded. The complex is also just a 5 minute drive from anywhere you may need to be in the city due to it's central location. On-site laundry and off-street parking. We just updated the flooring in ...

$790 - $2,325 per month

Skye Lofts Apartments
1 - 2 Beds
1.5 Baths
549+ Sq Ft

1619 W Main St
Albert Lea, MN

Introducing Skye Lofts in Albert Lea, MN. This spacious apartment features many different unit options, perfect for those looking for a comfortable living space. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and secure building access, as well as the luxury of temperature-controlled indoor parking. S...

$625 - $865 per month

CityView Apartments
Studio - 2 Beds
1 Bath

133 W William St
Albert Lea, MN

Come take a look at your new home! These apartments feature soaring 9ft ceilings, dual entry to apartment, updated kitchen, bathroom and living spaces!Large “New-York” style picturesque windows fill the rooms with tons of natural light! The modern-rustic light fixture completes the charm! Yo...

$1,500 per month

2 Beds
1 Bath
2,182 Sq Ft

519 Park Ave
Albert Lea, MN

Charming and conveniently located furnished rental just a block from Mayo Clinic Heath Systems- Albert Lea in Albert Lea. This main-level unit blends the character of its 1884 construction with thoughtful updates that offer modern comfort and function as well as a lake view from the table! Inside, y...

Lucas Schuster Leland Realty

$1,400 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,064 Sq Ft

709 Marshall St
Unit 709 marshal st, main
Albert Lea, MN

2 bath room place with all new windows and appliances. Rent include all utilies but gas. We will do the lawn and snow removal.

$1,172 per month

House for Rent
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,088 Sq Ft

204 Independence Ave S
Clarks Grove, MN

Charming Two-Story Home in Quiet Clarks Grove!Address: 204 Independence Ave S, Clarks Grove, MN 56016Monthly Rent: $1,100Specs: 3 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | 1,088 sq. ft.The HomeLooking for that perfect mix of quiet, small-town living with easy access to the city? This cozy, charact...

$1,150 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft

913 Abbott St
Unit 202
Albert Lea, MN

This is a great property across from Lakeville Elementary school and one block from Fountain Lake. The condo features refinished hardwood floors and 9 foot ceilings. It has a garage as well as a community room for entertaining. Internet, heat, garbage, basic cable, water, snow and lawn care are ...

$1,250 per month

Townhouse for Rent
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft

1429 Spartan Ave
Albert Lea, MN

Two bedroom one and a half baths.Split level Duplex: eat-in kitchen with attached deck, living room and 1/2 bath upstairs, two bedrooms, full bath and laundry room downstairs. Lots of large closets throughout apartment. One car attached garage with room for storage, small storage shed behi...

$795 per month

Condo for Rent
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 Sq Ft

220 E 7th St
Albert Lea, MN

Upper level and recently remodeled one bedroom apartment in a secure building. This unit is newly fully refinished with carpet, hardwood floors, fresh paint and A/C. Rent includes water/sewer, garbage and 1 garage stall. Tenant is to pay electric.Pets are Ok with a signed lease, updated vacc...

$750 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath

209 S Pearl St
Unit 3
Albert Lea, MN

$950 per month

1516/1520 E Hawthorne Ave
2 Beds
1 Bath

1516-1520 E Hawthorne St
Unit 2
Albert Lea, MN

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Minnesota Freeborn County Albert Lea 56007

Southwest Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-7 in Albert Lea, MN, in the Albert Lea neighborhood, and is served by the Albert Lea Public School District in Minnesota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 455 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Southwest Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $206,716. Discover additional schools in the area, like Albert Lea Secondary Online Academy, Fountain Center, Hayward Group Home, and more. Learn more about what Albert Lea has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Southwest Middle School.

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