Southwest Local

The Southwest Local school district in Ohio consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and average-performing schools, with Crosby Elementary School standing out as an exceptional institution that consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state.

Harrison Middle School also performs well, ranking in the top 25% of Ohio middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The district's high school, William Henry Harrison High School, boasts a strong 94.8% 4-year graduation rate. However, the data also highlights significant variations in chronic absenteeism rates, with the elementary schools generally having lower rates compared to the middle and high school levels.

The analysis suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Harrison Elementary School and Miami Whitewater Elementary School, tend to have lower test scores compared to Crosby Elementary School, which has a lower free/reduced lunch rate. The district may want to further investigate this relationship and explore ways to support student success across all socioeconomic backgrounds.