School Overview
Southside High School, located at 4100 Gary St. in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Fort Smith Public School District. As one of the primary high schools in the city, it serves a diverse student body by offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes academic achievement, college readiness, and career preparation. The school is known for fostering a competitive spirit in both academics and extracurricular activities, providing students with a robust range of sports, fine arts programs, and student organizations designed to develop well-rounded individuals.

The campus acts as a central hub for the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to preparing students for life beyond graduation. By leveraging resources from the broader Fort Smith Public Schools network, Southside High provides its students with access to modern facilities and a dedicated faculty focused on student success. For those interested in learning more about the school's specific policies, academic calendars, or current news, the district provides detailed information through their official website at [http://www.fortsmithschools.org](http://www.fortsmithschools.org).
1,956
Total Students
185.9
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White1,113
Hispanic362
Black106
Asian160
Two or More194
American Indian21
  • White
    1,113 (56.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    362 (18.5 %)
  • Two or More
    194 (9.9 %)
  • Asian
    160 (8.2 %)
  • Black
    106 (5.4 %)
  • American Indian
    21 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: FORT SMITH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (479)646-7371
Website: http://www.fortsmithschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,956
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 185.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 748
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 243
Grades Taught
Grade 9 585
Grade 10 494
Grade 11 456
Grade 12 415
Ungraded 6

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9585
Grade 10494
Grade 11456
Grade 12415
Ungraded6
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female91446.7%
Male1,04253.3%