South Umpqua High School
443 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Umpqua High School (SUHS), located in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the South Umpqua School District. Situated in the heart of the Umpqua Valley, the school functions as a community-centered institution focused on preparing students for post-graduation success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education. As the home of the "Lancers," the school places a strong emphasis on fostering both academic growth and extracurricular involvement, encouraging students to participate in a variety of athletics, clubs, and leadership opportunities that build school spirit and community ties.
The school is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances core academic requirements with vocational and elective options. By utilizing its position within the South Umpqua School District, the high school works to maintain small-town values while ensuring students have access to modern learning resources. Through its faculty and administrative leadership, SUHS aims to cultivate a supportive environment where students are challenged to reach their potential, emphasizing accountability, responsibility, and the development of the essential skills needed to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
The school is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances core academic requirements with vocational and elective options. By utilizing its position within the South Umpqua School District, the high school works to maintain small-town values while ensuring students have access to modern learning resources. Through its faculty and administrative leadership, SUHS aims to cultivate a supportive environment where students are challenged to reach their potential, emphasizing accountability, responsibility, and the development of the essential skills needed to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
443
Total Students
24.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 330 |
| Hispanic | 42 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| American Indian | 9 |
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White330 (74.8 %)
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Two or More56 (12.7 %)
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Hispanic42 (9.5 %)
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American Indian9 (2.0 %)
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Asian4 (0.9 %)
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: | N/A |
| District: | South Umpqua SD 19 |
| Phone: | (541)863-3118 |
| Website: | http://www.susd.k12.or.us/schools/suhs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 443 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 367 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
126
Grade 10
104
Grade 11
111
Grade 12
102
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 126 |
| Grade 10 | 104 |
| Grade 11 | 111 |
| Grade 12 | 102 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 211 | 47.6% |
| Male | 230 | 51.9% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.5% |
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