Southern High School serves 1,054 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Guam state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Guam state average of 99% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GU Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern High School's student population of 1,054 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,054 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southern High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
21%
Hispanic
n/a
1%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
1%
Hawaiian
85%
67%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
25%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GU Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Southern High School often compared to?
Southern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simon Sanchez High School, John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Southern High School?
1,054 students attend Southern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Southern High School students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern High School?
Southern High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Guam state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern High School offer ?
Southern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern High School part of?
Southern High School is part of Guam Department Of Education School District.
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