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.
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

Student Demographics for Southern High
Demographic Student Count
White643
Hispanic283
Black87
Asian9
Two or More53
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    643 (59.6%)
  • Hispanic
    283 (26.2%)
  • Black
    87 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    53 (4.9%)
  • Asian
    9 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southern High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9274
Grade 10276
Grade 11265
Grade 12265
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southern High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54950.8%
Male53049.1%
Not Specified10.1%