SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL

(701)446-2000

www.fargo.k12.nd.us/south

961 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Fargo South High School, located in Fargo, North Dakota, is a prominent secondary institution within the Fargo Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to by students and alumni as the "Bruin" pride. The campus offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education programs, and specialized support services designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

Beyond the classroom, Fargo South maintains a robust extracurricular program that encourages student involvement in athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs. The school is highly regarded for its commitment to inclusive education and its ability to balance traditional academic rigor with opportunities for personal development. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and community engagement, Fargo South High School serves as a vital educational hub, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills and experiences necessary to navigate their future endeavors.

961

Total Students

81.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

31.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	632
Hispanic	69
Black	135
Asian	54
Two or More	31
American Indian	36
Pacific Islander	4

White
632 (65.8 %)
Black
135 (14.0 %)
Hispanic
69 (7.2 %)
Asian
54 (5.6 %)
American Indian
36 (3.7 %)
Two or More
31 (3.2 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.4 %)

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:	FARGO 1
Phone:	(701)446-2000
Website:	http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/south
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	961
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	81.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	238
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	62

* 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 9 290

Grade 10 243

Grade 11 208

Grade 12 220