South Iredell High

299 Old Mountain Rd
Statesville, NC 28677

www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/sihs

1,711 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Iredell High School, located in Statesville, North Carolina, is a key secondary institution within the Iredell-Statesville School District. The school serves a diverse student population and is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a mix of core academic courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and advanced placement options intended to challenge students and broaden their collegiate and professional horizons.

Beyond the classroom, South Iredell High is known for its active school spirit and strong community involvement. The school offers various athletic programs, student organizations, and arts initiatives that encourage students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and personal interests. By emphasizing both character development and academic achievement, the school strives to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and contribute positively to the broader Iredell County community.

1,711

Total Students

78.5

Full-Time Teachers

21.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Iredell High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,145
Hispanic	258
Black	162
Asian	56
Two or More	88
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,145 (66.9 %)
Hispanic
258 (15.1 %)
Black
162 (9.5 %)
Two or More
88 (5.1 %)
Asian
56 (3.3 %)
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:	Iredell-Statesville Schools
Phone:	(704)528-4536
Website:	http://www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/sihs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,711
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	78.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	533
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	54

* 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 9 513

Grade 10 479

Grade 11 348

Grade 12 371