SOUTH HIGH COMMUNITY
South High Community is a public high school that is part of the Worcester school district, located in Worcester, MA with about 1,407 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 96 teachers, South High Community has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 High Community School, located on Apricot Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, serves as a comprehensive secondary institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and community engagement. As part of the Worcester Public Schools district, the school provides a diverse student body with a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare graduates for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages critical thinking, civic responsibility, and personal development.
Beyond its academic offerings, South High Community School is recognized for its active role in the local Worcester community, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and school spirit. The institution hosts a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led organizations, which help create a well-rounded educational experience. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students, the school strives to empower young learners to become productive and engaged members of society.
For more information, contact South High Community at (508) 799-3325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 799-3325
SOUTH HIGH COMMUNITY is a public school in Worcester, MA with about 1,407 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Massachusetts
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Worcester
- Total Students:
- 1,407
- Teachers:
- 96.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not 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 1,407 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 45.1%
- White
- 22.7%
- Black or African American
- 16.0%
- Asian
- 13.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.