SOUTH OLDHAM HIGH SCHOOL
South Oldham High School is a public high school that is part of the Oldham County school district, located in Crestwood, KY with about 1,338 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 65 teachers, South Oldham High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Oldham High School, located in Crestwood, Kentucky, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Oldham County school district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, offering a diverse curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and robust elective programs. The campus culture is heavily focused on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that path leads to higher education or specialized career fields.
Beyond its academic reputation, South Oldham is highly regarded for its active and competitive extracurricular environment. The "Dragons" take great pride in their athletics, performing consistently well in regional and state competitions, alongside a thriving arts program that includes award-winning band, choral, and theater departments. With a supportive community atmosphere and a dedication to student well-roundedness, the school remains a focal point of the Crestwood area, emphasizing both personal character development and scholastic achievement for its student body.
For more information, contact South Oldham High School at (502) 241-6681 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Crestwood, KY 40014-7715
(502) 241-6681
SOUTH OLDHAM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Crestwood, KY with about 1,338 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Oldham County
- Total Students:
- 1,338
- Teachers:
- 65.39
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- 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 1,338 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH OLDHAM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.
- White
- 87.0%
- Black or African American
- 3.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.