SOUTH PITTSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
South Pittsburg High School is a public high school that is part of the Marion County school district, located in South Pittsburg, TN with about 408 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 24 teachers, South Pittsburg High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
South Pittsburg High School, located at 717 Elm Avenue in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, serves as a central educational pillar for its local community. As a public institution, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the region, famously known for its strong athletic tradition, particularly its competitive football program which frequently draws significant community support and local pride. The school focuses on providing a comprehensive secondary education that prepares students for post-secondary success through a blend of academic coursework and extracurricular engagement.
Beyond its academic curriculum, South Pittsburg High School emphasizes a sense of tradition and community spirit. By maintaining a dedicated online presence through its school website, the institution provides students, parents, and community members with access to vital information, including administrative resources, academic calendars, and event updates. The school remains committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous learning with the development of character, school loyalty, and civic responsibility among its student body.
For more information, contact South Pittsburg High School at (423) 837-7561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
(423) 837-7561
SOUTH PITTSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in South Pittsburg, TN with about 408 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Marion County
- Total Students:
- 408
- Teachers:
- 24
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 408 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH PITTSBURG HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 80.9%
- Black or African American
- 14.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.