Only a mile north of the base of South Mountain, South Pointe High School is tuition-free public charter school serving about 500 students in ninth through twelfth grades in the South Phoenix area. The school is AdvancED accredited and follows standards for public schools set by the Arizona Department of Education.
With a mission to prepare students for college and careers, South Pointe begins by promoting core values of service, teamwork, leadership, integrity, and accountability. To help everyone learn at their best pace, students can choose from standard, scholastic, or honors tracks of classes in language arts, mathematics, and science.
Outside of the classroom, students can also pursue their own interests in a wide range of extracurriculars and activities, from the service-oriented National Honors Society and Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corp to more social and creative interests, including an anime and art club, a K-pop club, Pride+, and yearbook, among others.
The more athletic set can build team spirit as South Point Griffins in a number of school sports, including baseball, cross country, dance team football, boys’ basketball, girls’ basketball, girls’ volleyball, cheer team, dance team, and track and field.
As for other notable programs, South Pointe offers an English Language Learners (ELL) program, special education services, and a free breakfast and lunch program.
South Pointe High School
Charter High School
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Grade 9-12
8325 S Central Ave,
Phoenix, AZ
School Details
Head of School
Larry Mcgill
Average SAT Score
990
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.23
Graduation Rate
27%
Niche Grade
C-
A
B-
A
A-
B+
B-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.23
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
990
Math
490
Verbal
500
Average ACT
18
Math
18
English
18
Reading
19
Science
18
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
2%
State Average
31%
Math
7%
State Average
44%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
224:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Hispanic
69.7%
Black
20.7%
Native American
5%
White
2.3%
Two or more races
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University
86 Students
Northern Arizona University
61 Students
Grand Canyon University
53 Students
University of Arizona
45 Students
South Mountain Community College
34 Students
Phoenix College
33 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
18 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
17 Students
GateWay Community College - Phoenix
15 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus
15 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
23 Students
Psychology
13 Students
Business
12 Students
Biology
9 Students
Computer Science
7 Students
Nursing Assistant
6 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
5 Students
Criminology
5 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
5 Students
Dental Hygiene
5 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/6/2024
South Pointe is a great school for kids who got expelled/ suspended, behind on credits, or looking for a fresh start. It may be a small school but there way of learning is much bigger. Kids succeed better there than any other school I can think of. My experience has been great, I've gotten my grades up I've seven involved in multiple clubs and sports. One of the worst parts I can possibly think of may be the food or the no phone policy, it can be hard at times but it does help us learn better. And to add on we have a loving and devoted principal, he has been dedicated to our school and education for over 20 years.
8/13/2021
South Point High school is an amazing institution guiding students through effort and dedication toward success and an engaging future as professionals and good citizens.
6/11/2020
The administration is amazing, the staff helped me in ever way they could. They know the every day struggles of a teen in south phoenix and they make it known. They are such humble people with huge hearts and they make sure no student is ever left behind. The teachers make sure to build a bond with all of their students and not only that but even go the extra mile to form actual personal friendships with us all. Bullying is definitely out of question due to the fact that the the staff tries their hardest to include us all in every activity.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/18/2022
My son and daughter attended this School until August 12, 2022. I had heard so many bad comments about this school but I didnt listen. My son was in his class when another student approached him from behind and flipped off his hat. My son turned and brushed him off and told him to leave him alone. A...
6/20/2017
Thank you South Pointe High School, teachers, and staff! ecspecially to Mrs. Chavez! Thank you so much for taking a special interest in my daughter educational needs. Without your help and support, I don't think she would have been able to pull through and graduate. You are a true asset to the team...
6/17/2017
South pointe high school is a great school teachers are helpful staff are amazing especially Mrs. CHAVEZ she's a great counsler and person and is not only worried about the kids in school but outside school as well shes nice and caring of everyone around and likes to help people achive their goals....
6/17/2017
South Pointe High School gave me a second chance to prove to my parents and to myself that I could graduate from high school. The teachers and Mr. McGill and Ms. Chavez believed in me and encouraged me throughout the entire process. They never gave up on me. They were hard on me, but I thank them fo...
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Map
About South Mountain
List Price Range
$225K - $1.3M
Homes For Sale
334
Average Home Value
$389,339
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
39%
Household Income
$83,039
% of College Grads
18.6%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
2,037 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
61.6%
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