South High School serves 953 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 55% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
953 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
51%
17%
White
45%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
52%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South High School?
953 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of South High School students are Black, 45% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
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 Springfield City School District.
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