Serving 2,299 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South High School's student population of 2,299 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend South High School?
2,299 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Kern High School District.
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