Saipan Southern High School serves 697 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Northern Mariana Islands state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MP Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saipan Southern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Northern Mariana Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saipan Southern High School's student population of 697 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Saipan Southern High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
33%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
55%
58%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MP Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Saipan Southern High School often compared to?
Saipan Southern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marianas High School, Kagman High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Saipan Southern High School?
697 students attend Saipan Southern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Saipan Southern High School students are Hawaiian, 36% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saipan Southern High School?
Saipan Southern High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Northern Mariana Islands state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saipan Southern High School offer ?
Saipan Southern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saipan Southern High School part of?
Saipan Southern High School is part of Commonwealth Of The Northern Mariana Islands Public School District.
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