Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, South Point 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
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Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
South Point High School's student population of 344 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Point High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Point High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2006 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
11%
17%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Point High School's ranking?
South Point High School is ranked #2006 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are South Point High School often compared to?
South Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairland High School, Ironton High School, Chesapeake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Point High School?
The graduation rate of South Point High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Point High School?
344 students attend South Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Point High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Point High School?
South Point High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Point High School offer ?
South Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Point High School part of?
South Point High School is part of South Point Local School District.
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