SOUTHERN HIGH SCHOOL
Southern High is a public high school that is part of the Alamance-Burlington Schools school district, located in Graham, NC with about 1,499 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 80 teachers, Southern High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Southern High School, located in Graham, North Carolina, is a core institution within the Alamance-Burlington School System (ABSS). The school serves as a comprehensive secondary education provider, focusing on preparing students for post-graduation success through a combination of rigorous academic coursework, extracurricular activities, and community engagement. By fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social development, the school aims to equip its student body with the necessary tools to navigate college and career pathways effectively.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Southern High serves as a focal point for the Graham community, hosting various school-spirited events, athletic programs, and student organizations. The school reflects the district’s commitment to providing diverse learning opportunities and technology-integrated classrooms designed to meet modern educational standards. With a dedication to student achievement and a supportive faculty, Southern High works to cultivate a positive school culture that encourages inclusivity, accountability, and lifelong learning for all its students.
For more information, contact Southern High at (336) 570-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Graham, NC 27253-9425
(336) 570-6400
http://sah.abss.k12.nc.us/
SOUTHERN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Graham, NC with about 1,499 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Alamance-Burlington Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,499
- Teachers:
- 80.28
- 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:
- 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 1,499 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTHERN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 73.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.2%
- Black or African American
- 7.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
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.