South High School is a public high school in Torrance, California. It is one of five high schools in the Torrance Unified School District.
Serving 1,734 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South High School's student population of 1,734 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
34 students
School Rankings
South High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #824 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend South High School?
1,734 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of South High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the Southwood Riviera neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Southwood Riviera.
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