South High
1,734 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South High School, located on Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance, California, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving the Torrance Unified School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for top-tier universities. Beyond academics, South High maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a diverse student body and a robust extracurricular scene, including competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs.
The school is frequently recognized for its focus on holistic student development, blending challenging coursework with a supportive community environment. Its location in Torrance provides students with access to a variety of community resources and opportunities for internships and extracurricular engagement. With a long-standing reputation for high test scores and college readiness, South High continues to be a cornerstone of the local educational landscape, consistently drawing families to the area who prioritize high-quality public schooling and a well-rounded educational experience.
The school is frequently recognized for its focus on holistic student development, blending challenging coursework with a supportive community environment. Its location in Torrance provides students with access to a variety of community resources and opportunities for internships and extracurricular engagement. With a long-standing reputation for high test scores and college readiness, South High continues to be a cornerstone of the local educational landscape, consistently drawing families to the area who prioritize high-quality public schooling and a well-rounded educational experience.
1,734
Total Students
73.6
Full-Time Teachers
23.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 460 |
| Hispanic | 407 |
| Black | 33 |
| Asian | 659 |
| Two or More | 165 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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Asian659 (38.0%)
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White460 (26.5%)
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Hispanic407 (23.5%)
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Two or More165 (9.5%)
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Black33 (1.9%)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.3%)
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American Indian4 (0.2%)
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: | Torrance Unified |
| Phone: | (310)533-4352 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,734 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 73.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 23.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 358 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 31 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
436
Grade 10
416
Grade 11
423
Grade 12
459
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 436 |
| Grade 10 | 416 |
| Grade 11 | 423 |
| Grade 12 | 459 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 865 | 49.9% |
| Male | 869 | 50.1% |
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