South Stanly High

40488 S Stanly School Rd
Norwood, NC 28128

www.sshs.stanlycountyschools.org

442 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Stanly High School, located in Norwood, North Carolina, serves as a central educational institution within the Stanly County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for success beyond graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. With a focus on academic achievement and personal growth, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body while encouraging active participation in the local community.

In addition to its academic offerings, South Stanly High School maintains a vibrant campus life that encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various clubs. By promoting a spirit of school pride and collaboration, the institution strives to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills and character necessary for future challenges. The school serves as a cornerstone for the Norwood community, working closely with families and stakeholders to maintain a positive educational experience for all its students.

442

Total Students

28.1

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Stanly High
Demographic	Student Count
White	330
Hispanic	37
Black	44
Asian	5
Two or More	25
American Indian	1

White
330 (74.7 %)
Black
44 (10.0 %)
Hispanic
37 (8.4 %)
Two or More
25 (5.7 %)
Asian
5 (1.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

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:	Stanly County Schools
Phone:	(704)961-4100
Website:	http://www.sshs.stanlycountyschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	442
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	439
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 115

Grade 10 122

Grade 11 90

Grade 12 115