Southern High School serves 155 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Southern C U School District 120
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southern High School?
155 students attend Southern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Southern High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern High School?
Southern High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern High School offer ?
Southern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southern High School part of?
Southern High School is part of Southern C U School District 120.
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