Southport High School

2,431 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Southport High School, located on the south side of Indianapolis, is the flagship secondary school of Perry Township Schools. With a rich history dating back to its founding, the school serves a diverse and expansive student body, often recognized for its large size and comprehensive academic offerings. It provides a wide array of educational pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit programs, and robust career and technical education opportunities, all designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Southport High School is deeply integrated into the local community and is well-known for its vibrant school spirit, particularly in its athletics and performing arts programs. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates its cultural diversity, often referred to as the "Southport Way." With a strong emphasis on student leadership, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement, the school remains a cornerstone of the Perry Township area, striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of its students.
2,431
Total Students
133.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southport High School
Demographic Student Count
White783
Hispanic661
Black377
Asian505
Two or More102
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    783 (32.2%)
  • Hispanic
    661 (27.2%)
  • Asian
    505 (20.8%)
  • Black
    377 (15.5%)
  • Two or More
    102 (4.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
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: Perry Township Schools
Phone: (317)789-4800
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,431
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 133.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,575
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 142
Grades Taught
Grade 9 625
Grade 10 655
Grade 11 553
Grade 12 586
Ungraded 12

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southport High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9625
Grade 10655
Grade 11553
Grade 12586
Ungraded12
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southport High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,17548.3%
Male1,25651.7%
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