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Southern High

8620 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY 40219, United States
+1 (502) 485-8330
2.6
Overall Rating

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Southern High Overview

About This School

Southern High is a public high in Louisville, Kentucky, serving 1,725 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 31% in ELA and 21% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 98 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,567. Guidance resources include a ratio of 431 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 40% Hispanic, 29% Black, 25% White, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

1,725
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
98 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts31%
Mathematics21%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Jefferson County
Students per Counselor
431:1

Southern High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

31%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 44%
21%
Mathematics
City Avg: 25%State Avg: 37%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.4:1
State Avg: 15.4:1
431
Students per Counselor

Southern High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
98

Average Teacher Salary

$70,567
City Avg: $70,495
State Avg: $59,135

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor431:1

Southern High Student Demographics

Student Body

53.22%
Male
46.78%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,725 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White24.75%
Hispanic39.71%
Asian2.09%
Black29.45%
Two or More Races3.77%
Native American0.06%

Southern High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Southern High

Q: What is Southern High?

A: Southern High is a high public located in Louisville.

Q: How many students attend Southern High?

A: Southern High has approximately 1,725 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Southern High is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Southern High

Southern High is a public high in Louisville, Kentucky, serving 1,725 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 31% in ELA and 21% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 98 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,567. Guidance resources include a ratio of 431 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 40% Hispanic, 29% Black, 25% White, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Southern High - Louisville, KY

Quick Facts about Southern High
School NameSouthern High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location8620 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY 40219, Louisville, KY
CountyJefferson County
Phone+1 (502) 485-8330
Total Students1,725
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers98
Rating2.6/10
ELA Proficiency31%
Math Proficiency21%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southern High

What is Southern High?

Southern High is a high public located in Louisville.

How many students attend Southern High?

Southern High has approximately 1,725 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern High?

The student-teacher ratio at Southern High is 17:1.

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