School Overview
South Umpqua High School (SUHS), located in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the South Umpqua School District. Situated in the heart of the Umpqua Valley, the school functions as a community-centered institution focused on preparing students for post-graduation success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education. As the home of the "Lancers," the school places a strong emphasis on fostering both academic growth and extracurricular involvement, encouraging students to participate in a variety of athletics, clubs, and leadership opportunities that build school spirit and community ties.

The school is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances core academic requirements with vocational and elective options. By utilizing its position within the South Umpqua School District, the high school works to maintain small-town values while ensuring students have access to modern learning resources. Through its faculty and administrative leadership, SUHS aims to cultivate a supportive environment where students are challenged to reach their potential, emphasizing accountability, responsibility, and the development of the essential skills needed to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
442
Total Students
24.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Umpqua High School
Demographic Student Count
White345
Hispanic44
Asian1
Two or More38
American Indian11
  • White
    345 (78.6%)
  • Hispanic
    44 (10.0%)
  • Two or More
    38 (8.7%)
  • American Indian
    11 (2.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (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: South Umpqua SD 19
Phone: (541)863-3118
Website: http://www.susd.k12.or.us/schools/suhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 442
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 367
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 117
Grade 10 116
Grade 11 114
Grade 12 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Umpqua High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9117
Grade 10116
Grade 11114
Grade 1295
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Umpqua High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20847.1%
Male23152.3%
Not Specified30.6%