South High
1,841 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
1,841
Total Students
85.8
Full-Time Teachers
21.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 496 |
| Hispanic | 416 |
| Black | 47 |
| Asian | 692 |
| Two or More | 183 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Asian692 (37.6 %)
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White496 (26.9 %)
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Hispanic416 (22.6 %)
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Two or More183 (9.9 %)
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Black47 (2.6 %)
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American Indian5 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1 %)
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: | N/A |
| District: | Torrance Unified |
| Phone: | (310)533-4352 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,841 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 85.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 358 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 31 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
426
Grade 10
469
Grade 11
494
Grade 12
452
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 426 |
| Grade 10 | 469 |
| Grade 11 | 494 |
| Grade 12 | 452 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 913 | 49.6% |
| Male | 928 | 50.4% |
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