Serving 1,001 students in grades 9-12, Plymouth South High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Plymouth South High serves the southeastern part of Plymouth, MA, covering an area of approximately 55.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plymouth South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plymouth South High School's student population of 1,001 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,001 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plymouth South High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plymouth South High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#538 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth South High School's ranking?
Plymouth South High School is ranked #538 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Plymouth South High School often compared to?
Plymouth South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth South High School?
The graduation rate of Plymouth South High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Plymouth South High School?
1,001 students attend Plymouth South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Plymouth South High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plymouth South High School?
Plymouth South High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plymouth South High School offer ?
Plymouth South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plymouth South High School part of?
Plymouth South High School is part of Plymouth School District.
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