School Overview
South High School, located at 701 W 33rd St S in Wichita, Kansas, is a prominent secondary institution serving the local community as part of Wichita Public Schools (USD 259). As one of the city's established high schools, it plays a vital role in the district's educational landscape, providing a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for college, career, and civic engagement. The school reflects the diverse demographics of its surrounding neighborhood and offers a variety of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities intended to foster student development and school spirit.

The institution operates under the broader mission of USD 259, which emphasizes academic achievement, equity, and student success. Beyond core coursework, South High provides various pathways for student growth, including elective programs and specialized support services aimed at meeting the unique needs of its student body. Those interested in specific school information, including enrollment details, upcoming events, or contact information for faculty and administration, can access resources and updates through the district’s official website at http://www.usd259.org.
1,632
Total Students
117.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South High
Demographic Student Count
White555
Hispanic542
Black320
Asian46
Two or More152
American Indian14
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    555 (34.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    542 (33.2 %)
  • Black
    320 (19.6 %)
  • Two or More
    152 (9.3 %)
  • Asian
    46 (2.8 %)
  • American Indian
    14 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2 %)
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: Wichita
Phone: (316)973-5450
Website: http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,632
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 117.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,297
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 157
Grades Taught
Grade 9 449
Grade 10 433
Grade 11 408
Grade 12 342

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9449
Grade 10433
Grade 11408
Grade 12342
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female81950.2%
Male81349.8%