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Southside High

High School · Greenville 01

6630 Frontage at White Horse Road, Greenville, SC 29605

Enrollment

1,132

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#590 of 1,176

In Greenville

#31 of 51

public schools

In district

#55 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Southside High

6.3/10

High School in Greenville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Thomas E. Kerns Elementary

4.6/10

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6.1/10

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About Southside High

Southside High is a public high school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Southside High serves approximately 1,132 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Southside High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Southside High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism41.6%

Southside High — Students at Southside High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
74%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Southside High Compares

See how Southside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in SC
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
4% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·8 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6630 Frontage at White Horse Road, Greenville, SC 29605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greenville Technical Charter High School (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenville Senior High Academy (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas E. Kerns Elementary Greenville 0.3 mi 4.6
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology Greenville 1.1 mi 6.1
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.3 mi 6.7
Blythe Academy Greenville 1.5 mi 7.9
Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 8.4
WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville 1.9 mi 3.8
BEST SKILLS ACADEMY Greenville 2.6 mi
Grove Elementary Piedmont 2.7 mi 4.3
Washington Center Greenville 2.4 mi 4.0
Carolina Academy (High) Greenville 2.4 mi 6.2
Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville 2.6 mi 9.4
Sara Collins Elementary Greenville 2.5 mi 7.0
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 2.8 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 2.8 mi
Greenville Senior High Academy Greenville 3.0 mi 7.4
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 2.9 mi 6.3
Hollis Academy Greenville 2.9 mi 6.3
SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Greenville 3.2 mi 8.6
Welcome Elementary Greenville 2.8 mi 6.7
WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,717

Median Home Value

$228,300

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

40,161

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Timberland High St. Stephen, SC 6.2
Pickens High Pickens, SC 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southside High

What grades does Southside High serve?

Southside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Southside High?

Southside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,132 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Southside High is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southside High rank in SC?

Southside High ranks #590 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Southside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Southside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Southside High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Southside High a charter school?

No, Southside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southside High a Title I school?

No, Southside High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside High?

100.0% of students at Southside High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,132
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.6%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#55 of 88

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