School Overview
South Caldwell High School, located in Hudson, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Caldwell County School District. As the "Home of the Spartans," the school maintains a strong emphasis on fostering both academic achievement and character development. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for various post-secondary paths, including four-year universities, community colleges, and direct entry into the workforce. Through a variety of core academic programs and elective offerings, the school strives to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global environment.

Beyond the classroom, South Caldwell High School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a wide array of athletic teams, performing arts programs, and student-led clubs. These activities play a vital role in the school’s community spirit, encouraging teamwork, leadership, and school pride among the student body. By balancing rigorous educational standards with active student engagement, South Caldwell aims to cultivate a supportive environment where students are challenged to reach their full potential while staying connected to the broader Hudson community.
1,317
Total Students
85.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Caldwell High
Demographic Student Count
White1,106
Hispanic116
Black16
Asian11
Two or More66
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,106 (84.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    116 (8.8 %)
  • Two or More
    66 (5.0 %)
  • Black
    16 (1.2 %)
  • Asian
    11 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • 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: Caldwell County Schools
Phone: (828)396-2188
Website: http://schs.caldwellschools.com/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,317
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 85.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,261
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Grade 9 372
Grade 10 330
Grade 11 329
Grade 12 285

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Caldwell High
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Grade 9372
Grade 10330
Grade 11329
Grade 12285
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Caldwell High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female62247.2%
Male69552.8%