SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
South High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Kern High school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,097 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 78 teachers, South High has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
South High School, located at 1101 Planz Rd. in Bakersfield, California, is a prominent institution within the Kern High School District. Serving the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic program alongside a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations designed to foster both intellectual growth and personal development. As a cornerstone of the Bakersfield educational landscape, South High is committed to preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce.
The school’s official website serves as a vital hub for students, parents, and community members, providing essential information regarding campus news, academic calendars, and district resources. By emphasizing a supportive learning environment and community engagement, South High strives to uphold the standards and values of the Kern High School District while addressing the specific needs of its students. Those looking for detailed information on faculty, curriculum, or specific school policies can find further details by visiting their official portal at http://south.kernhigh.org.
For more information, contact South High at (661) 831-3680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bakersfield, CA 93304-6150
(661) 831-3680
http://south.kernhigh.org
SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,097 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kern High
- Total Students:
- 2,097
- Teachers:
- 78.78
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,097 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 83% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 82.6%
- Black or African American
- 8.5%
- White
- 4.2%
- Asian
- 2.4%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.