South Dearborn High School
672 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Dearborn High School, located in Aurora, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the South Dearborn Community School Corporation. Situated on Highlander Drive, the school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a traditional high school experience that balances rigorous academic coursework with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The school is known for its "Highlander" spirit and maintains a strong focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.
Beyond its core curriculum, South Dearborn High School places a significant emphasis on student development through diverse athletic programs, performing arts, and various career-focused clubs. The facility acts as a focal point for the surrounding Dearborn County area, fostering a close-knit environment where faculty, students, and families collaborate to support school traditions and community events. By integrating classroom learning with community-based involvement, the school aims to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students as they progress toward graduation.
Beyond its core curriculum, South Dearborn High School places a significant emphasis on student development through diverse athletic programs, performing arts, and various career-focused clubs. The facility acts as a focal point for the surrounding Dearborn County area, fostering a close-knit environment where faculty, students, and families collaborate to support school traditions and community events. By integrating classroom learning with community-based involvement, the school aims to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students as they progress toward graduation.
672
Total Students
41.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 630 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 18 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White630 (93.8 %)
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Two or More18 (2.7 %)
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Hispanic11 (1.6 %)
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Black7 (1.0 %)
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Asian4 (0.6 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | South Dearborn Community Sch Corp |
| Phone: | (812)926-3772 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 672 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 208 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
173
Grade 10
194
Grade 11
159
Grade 12
146
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 173 |
| Grade 10 | 194 |
| Grade 11 | 159 |
| Grade 12 | 146 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 329 | 49% |
| Male | 343 | 51% |
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