South Kingstown High
789 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Kingstown High School, located at 215 Columbia Street in Wakefield, serves as the primary public secondary school for the South Kingstown, Rhode Island community. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, catering to a diverse student body from the surrounding area. It places a significant emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory coursework, vocational pathways, or community-based learning initiatives.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school serves as a central hub for civic life in the Wakefield area, fostering a strong sense of school spirit through its athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs. The campus environment is designed to support both traditional classroom instruction and collaborative learning, reflecting the district’s ongoing efforts to integrate modern technology and student-centered teaching practices. Overall, South Kingstown High is recognized for its dedication to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and personal development for all its students.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school serves as a central hub for civic life in the Wakefield area, fostering a strong sense of school spirit through its athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs. The campus environment is designed to support both traditional classroom instruction and collaborative learning, reflecting the district’s ongoing efforts to integrate modern technology and student-centered teaching practices. Overall, South Kingstown High is recognized for its dedication to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and personal development for all its students.
789
Total Students
70.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 651 |
| Hispanic | 44 |
| Black | 13 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 25 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White651 (82.6 %)
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Hispanic44 (5.6 %)
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Two or More41 (5.2 %)
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American Indian25 (3.2 %)
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Black13 (1.6 %)
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Asian13 (1.6 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
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: | South Kingstown |
| Phone: | (401)360-1000 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 789 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 70.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 149 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
171
Grade 10
185
Grade 11
204
Grade 12
229
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 171 |
| Grade 10 | 185 |
| Grade 11 | 204 |
| Grade 12 | 229 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 408 | 51.7% |
| Male | 380 | 48.2% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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