About the School
South-Western City School District (SWCS) is a large public school district located southwest of Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1956, it serves nearly 22,000 students across grades PK??2, making it the fifth largest school district in Ohio and the second largest in Franklin County. The district covers 119 square miles and includes a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. SWCS operates 34 schools, including 16 elementary schools, five intermediate schools, five middle schools, four high schools, a Career Academy, and a special needs preschool. The district offers a comprehensive range of educational services, including standard K??2 curricula, career and technical education, alternative learning options, and early childhood programs like Head Start and Public Preschool. It serves students and families from several communities, including Galloway, Grove City, and Urbancrest, with a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. The district is headquartered in Grove City, Ohio, and employs over 1,000 sta