Serving 1,662 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South High serves the southern part of its school district in Wichita, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 17 square miles, with most families typically driving 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.2 miles, extending up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South High School's student population of 1,662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,662 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1254 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
20%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
77%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #1254 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School, Northwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 77%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend South High School?
1,662 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of South High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the Southwest Wichita neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Wichita.
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