Salina High School South

Salina High School South

Public High School | Grade 9-12
730 E Magnolia Rd,  Salina, KS
Salina Unified School District
3.8
3.0
1,102 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
39.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
50%
State Average
34.2%
Science
37.4%
State Average
40%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
215:1

Student Diversity

Female
52%
Male
48%
White
55.3%
Hispanic
30.2%
Two or more races
7.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.6%
Black
2.3%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Kansas State University 259 Students
Wichita State University 182 Students
The University of Kansas 177 Students
Fort Hays State University 148 Students
Kansas Wesleyan University 84 Students
Emporia State University 81 Students
Bethany College - Kansas 65 Students
Washburn University 60 Students
Hutchinson Community College 50 Students
Salina Area Technical College 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 73 Students
Business 54 Students
Psychology 47 Students
Biology 44 Students
Elementary Education 27 Students
Chemistry 26 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 25 Students
Education 24 Students
Accounting 20 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 273 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/2/2024
One thing I really like about this school is being able to have connections with the teacher and my classmates because it is so helpful when trying to learn new concepts. One thing I dislike and would like to see changed is rewarding the hard working kids with no ELO or not having days with no passing to other teachers.
4.0 Senior
1/4/2024
There should be a change in school culture. The student body is not united together, but rather by only specific ethnic groups. There are no problems with splitting up, but the school seems divided. The best part is the staff and their effort put into what they are passionate about.
4.0 Senior
10/28/2023
Overall, Ive had a pretty positive experience. I usually enjoy being at school because of the supportive teacher and people around me. If I were to change one thing, I think we need to give more love to the performing arts. We often don't get very much recognition, despite being the entertainment within the school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/6/2018
My husband and I both went to this high school and have always appreciated our education from there. Now that our daughter iS in high school we would have chosen no other place. South is a wonderful school. As my former teachers and now daughter like to say...It’s a great day to be a Cougar! :) grea...
5.0 student
1/13/2014
I love this school. This school always made me feel safe. There was always something to get involved in wether it was sports or clubs. The teachers are always very supportive and encouraging the students to do their absolute best. I would recommend this school to everyone.
1.0 parent
12/12/2013
This school is the worst possible place, especially if you have a child who is learning disabled or labeled as a problem. No attempt is made to challenge those who have the potential to better themselves. Learning impaired children are pushed thru the system like cattle. When they refuse to hold a s...
1.0 parent
9/3/2013
Worst school yet. My sons first year and he already hates it, why i have no idea

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