South Side High School serves 580 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
100%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
83%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Shelby County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Side High School?
580 students attend South Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of South Side High School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side High School?
South Side High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Side High School offer ?
South Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Side High School part of?
South Side High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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