Serving 873 students in grades 7-12, South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South High School serves the southern part of Columbus, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
South High School's student population of 873 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1897
School Rankings
South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3013 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
65%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #3013 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend South High School?
873 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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