What grades does Southwestern High School serve?

Southwestern High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Piasa area.

Where is Southwestern High School located?

Southwestern High School is a rural school in Piasa, IL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwestern High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southwestern High School is 12.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Piasa, IL?

Schools in Piasa include Southwestern High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Piasa area.

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Southwestern High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Piasa, Illinois|Southwestern CUSD 9

Piasa, IL 62079

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

376

Student:Teacher

12.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Southwestern CUSD 9

Phone

(618)372-3813

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Chronic Absenteeism

20.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

2 courses offered

343 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

80 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.8:1

Near average in IL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

450

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

26.87

96% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,053

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,942

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,628

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 50%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.6%

Unemployment rate

4.1%

Uninsured residents

9.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

176

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

169

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

45%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

72 (43%)

Other Health Impairment

30 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

24 (14%)

Autism

15 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

11 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

370

Current enrollment

Declining(-17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Board Meeting

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Tue, Oct 20, 2026

Board Meeting

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Tue, Nov 17, 2026

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
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Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Board Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Board Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Board Meeting	Event	—
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Tue, May 18, 2027	Board Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	Board Meeting	Event	—