School Overview
South Johnston High School, located in Four Oaks, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for the Johnston County Public Schools system. The school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and opportunities for advanced studies. Beyond the classroom, South Johnston is known for its active school spirit, providing a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs that encourage personal growth and community involvement.

The school places a strong emphasis on cultivating a sense of community and school pride, often referred to as the "Jaguar" spirit. With a focus on preparing students for both career and college readiness, the faculty and staff work to integrate modern instructional strategies with a supportive atmosphere. By balancing rigorous academic expectations with opportunities for student development, South Johnston High School strives to equip its graduates with the skills and character necessary to succeed in a diverse and evolving world.
1,331
Total Students
76.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
101.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Johnston High
Demographic Student Count
White684
Hispanic426
Black155
Asian5
Two or More58
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    684 (51.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    426 (32.0 %)
  • Black
    155 (11.6 %)
  • Two or More
    58 (4.4 %)
  • Asian
    5 (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: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Johnston County Public Schools
Phone: (919)894-3146
Website: http://sjhs.johnston.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 76.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,352
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 345
Grade 10 387
Grade 11 278
Grade 12 321

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Johnston High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9345
Grade 10387
Grade 11278
Grade 12321
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Johnston High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63547.7%
Male69652.3%