SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
South High is a public high school that is part of the Torrance Unified school district, located in Torrance, CA with about 2,042 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 85 teachers, South High has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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 on Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving the Torrance Unified School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for top-tier universities. Beyond academics, South High maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a diverse student body and a robust extracurricular scene, including competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs.
The school is frequently recognized for its focus on holistic student development, blending challenging coursework with a supportive community environment. Its location in Torrance provides students with access to a variety of community resources and opportunities for internships and extracurricular engagement. With a long-standing reputation for high test scores and college readiness, South High continues to be a cornerstone of the local educational landscape, consistently drawing families to the area who prioritize high-quality public schooling and a well-rounded educational experience.
For more information, contact South High at (310) 533-4352 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Torrance, CA 90505-5544
(310) 533-4352
SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Torrance, CA with about 2,042 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Torrance Unified
- Total Students:
- 2,042
- Teachers:
- 85.51
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 2,042 students
- White
- 37.8%
- Asian
- 33.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.5%
- Two or more races
- 8.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
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.