South Medford High School

1551 Cunningham Ave
Medford, OR 97501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 1,850 students in grades 9-12, South Medford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,850 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : 87% (Top 30% in OR)
  • : Top 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Medford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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School Overview

South Medford High School's student population of 1,850 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,850 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

South Medford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Medford High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (OR)
#345 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of South Medford High School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
≤20%
32%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of South Medford High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Oregon by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
60-69%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South Medford High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Oregon by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
30%
25%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
62%
60%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.53
This chart display the diversity score of South Medford High School and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
87%
81%
This chart display graduation rate of South Medford High School and public school graduation rate of Oregon by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in South Medford High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South Medford High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Medford High School's ranking?
South Medford High School is ranked #345 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Medford High School often compared to?
South Medford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Medford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Medford High School?
The graduation rate of South Medford High School is 87%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Medford High School?
1,850 students attend South Medford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Medford High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Medford High School?
South Medford High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Medford High School offer ?
South Medford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Medford High School part of?
South Medford High School is part of Medford SD 549c School District.

School Reviews

4   4/29/2022
As a parent with two South high schoolers, we have loved the school. Good teachers, who care about the students. AP and honors classes have been great! My children have also enjoyed the athletic opportunities. Nice campus and the kids have done well socially, even in a large school.
- Posted by Parent - Medford Mom

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,850 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : 87% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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