South Atlanta High School

928 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Atlanta High School, located in the Carver cluster of the Atlanta Public Schools system, is a comprehensive secondary institution dedicated to preparing students for college and career success. Serving the community at 800 Hutchens Rd SE, the school emphasizes a culture of academic rigor and personal growth. It is well-regarded for its various specialized programs and pathways, which are designed to provide students with hands-on experience in fields such as information technology, business, and various vocational trades, ensuring that graduates are equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for the modern workforce.

Beyond academics, South Atlanta High School places a strong focus on student engagement and community involvement. The school boasts a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and leadership organizations, all aimed at fostering a well-rounded educational experience. By cultivating partnerships with local businesses and community stakeholders, the school strives to provide its students with mentorship opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages social responsibility, school pride, and long-term professional ambition.

928

Total Students

56.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

101.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Atlanta High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	3
Hispanic	70
Black	847
Asian	1
Two or More	7

Black
847 (91.3 %)
Hispanic
70 (7.5 %)
Two or More
7 (0.8 %)
White
3 (0.3 %)
Asian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Atlanta Public Schools
Phone:	(404)802-5050
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	928
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	941
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 295

Grade 10 270

Grade 11 171

Grade 12 192