Serving 1,049 students in grades 9-12, Plymouth South High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Plymouth South High School's student population of 1,049 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plymouth South High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plymouth South High School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
10%
White
90%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #323 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth South High School?
The graduation rate of Plymouth South High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Plymouth South High School?
1,049 students attend Plymouth South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Plymouth South High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Plymouth South High School part of?
Plymouth South High School is part of Plymouth School District.
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