Southern High
1,080 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Southern High School, located in Harwood, Maryland, serves as a cornerstone of the community in southern Anne Arundel County. As part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system, the school is situated on a spacious campus along Solomons Island Road, providing a suburban educational environment for students in the surrounding area. It is well-regarded for fostering a sense of community pride, often characterized by strong student engagement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various academic programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Southern High places a significant emphasis on student development through a diverse array of clubs, varsity sports, and fine arts programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff strive to meet the individual needs of their diverse student body. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Southern High aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively to their local community and the broader world.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Southern High places a significant emphasis on student development through a diverse array of clubs, varsity sports, and fine arts programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff strive to meet the individual needs of their diverse student body. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Southern High aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively to their local community and the broader world.
1,080
Total Students
66.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 643 |
| Hispanic | 283 |
| Black | 87 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 53 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White643 (59.6%)
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Hispanic283 (26.2%)
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Black87 (8.1%)
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Two or More53 (4.9%)
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Asian9 (0.8%)
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American Indian2 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander2 (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: | No |
| District: | Anne Arundel County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)867-7100 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,080 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 66.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 390 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 58 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
274
Grade 10
276
Grade 11
265
Grade 12
265
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 274 |
| Grade 10 | 276 |
| Grade 11 | 265 |
| Grade 12 | 265 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 549 | 50.8% |
| Male | 530 | 49.1% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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