SOUTHERN DOOR HIGH SCHOOL

Southern Door High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Southern Door County School District school district, located in Brussels, WI with about 307 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Southern Door High has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Southern Door High School, located in Brussels, Wisconsin, serves as the heart of the Southern Door County School District. As a rural public high school, it prides itself on fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue both academic excellence and personal growth. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce, supported by a dedicated faculty focused on providing individualized attention within a supportive learning environment.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a well-rounded education by offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and student organizations. By leveraging its location in a scenic, agricultural area of Door County, the school maintains strong ties to the local community, often collaborating on initiatives that bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. Overall, Southern Door High School strives to cultivate responsible, engaged citizens by balancing rigorous academic standards with the values of a small-town school experience.

For more information, contact Southern Door High at (920) 825-7333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.