School Overview
Southern High School, located in Harwood, Maryland, serves as a cornerstone of the community in southern Anne Arundel County. As part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system, the school is situated on a spacious campus along Solomons Island Road, providing a suburban educational environment for students in the surrounding area. It is well-regarded for fostering a sense of community pride, often characterized by strong student engagement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various academic programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Southern High places a significant emphasis on student development through a diverse array of clubs, varsity sports, and fine arts programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff strive to meet the individual needs of their diverse student body. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Southern High aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively to their local community and the broader world.
1,066
Total Students
69.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southern High
Demographic Student Count
White681
Hispanic233
Black85
Asian4
Two or More59
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    681 (63.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    233 (21.9 %)
  • Black
    85 (8.0 %)
  • Two or More
    59 (5.5 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Phone: (410)867-7100
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,066
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 69.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 390
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 58
Grades Taught
Grade 9 302
Grade 10 290
Grade 11 248
Grade 12 226

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southern High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9302
Grade 10290
Grade 11248
Grade 12226
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southern High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52849.5%
Male53750.4%
Not Specified10.1%