Serving 1,800 students in grades 9-12, South High Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South High Community serves the southern part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles, with most families typically driving 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.3 miles, while the furthest edge is located 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South High Community's student population of 1,800 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,800 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
South High Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High Community is 0.71, which is more 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
#1141 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
44%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High Community's ranking?
South High Community is ranked #1141 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South High Community often compared to?
South High Communityis often viewed alongside schools like North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High Community?
The graduation rate of South High Community is 86%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend South High Community?
1,800 students attend South High Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South High Community students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High Community?
South High Community has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South High Community offer ?
South High Community offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South High Community part of?
South High Community is part of Worcester School District.
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