South Garner High

www.wcpss.net/southgarnerhs

1,835 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Garner High School, located at 8228 Hebron Church Road in Garner, North Carolina, is a comprehensive public high school serving the growing community in southern Wake County. As part of the Wake County Public School System, the school is known for its modern facilities and a diverse student body. It offers a wide range of academic programs, including core curriculum courses, honors and Advanced Placement (AP) classes, and various elective options designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond academics, South Garner High places a strong emphasis on student engagement through its athletics, arts programs, and extracurricular clubs. The school is often recognized for its "Titan" spirit, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages student leadership and community involvement. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a focus on holistic student development, the school strives to provide a supportive transition for students as they move from their formative years toward graduation and post-secondary success.

1,835

Total Students

105.3

Full-Time Teachers

17.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

61.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Garner High
Demographic	Student Count
White	230
Hispanic	620
Black	872
Asian	54
Two or More	52
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	5

Black
872 (47.5%)
Hispanic
620 (33.8%)
White
230 (12.5%)
Asian
54 (2.9%)
Two or More
52 (2.8%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)

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:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)694-7711
Website:	http://www.wcpss.net/southgarnerhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,835
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	105.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,043
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	85

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 492

Grade 10 488

Grade 11 424

Grade 12 431