South Point High School

Summary:

South Point High School is a public high school serving approximately 350 students in grades 9-12 in South Point, Ohio, which is part of the Lawrence County school district.

The school faces several challenges, including below-average academic performance on state tests, with proficiency rates ranging from 14% in Geometry to 65.4% in American History, compared to state averages of 39.8% and 68.5%, respectively. South Point High School also has a relatively homogeneous student population, with over 80% white students, and has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, from 10.1% in 2019-2020 to 28.5% in 2022-2023, well above the state average. However, the school has maintained relatively high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 91% to 97.2%, which are above the state average.

Interestingly, the school's performance varies significantly among different student subgroups, with African American students performing relatively better than their peers at the state level, while white and multi-racial students struggle. The nearby Lawrence County High School has a much higher percentage of white students (96.37%) and a lower student-teacher ratio (7.4), but its academic performance and graduation rates are not readily available for comparison.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 983 County Road 60
       South Point, OH  45680-7465


(740) 377-4323

District: South Point Local

SchoolDigger Rank:
628th of 864 Ohio High Schools


Feeder schools for South Point High School:

Elementary:    Burlington Elementary School
    South Point Elementary School
Middle:    South Point Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.5 Help
Number of students:  350

Racial breakdown:

White:
80.9%
African American:
8.9%
Two or more races:
7.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47.2% Help


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Compare Details South Point High School ranks worse than 72.7% of high schools in Ohio. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 27.77. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of South Point High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

South Point High School:

SchoolDigger ranks South Point High School 628th of 864 Ohio public high schools. (See South Point High School in the ranking list.)

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South Point Local:

SchoolDigger ranks South Point Local 447th of 839 Ohio school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for South Point High School

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Rank History for all students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 35.78 484th 681 28.9%
2005 44.06 476th 689 30.9%
2006 14.75 643rd 696 7.6%
2007 49.03 526th 756 30.4%
2008 40.90 596th 767 22.3%
2009 44.83 588th 791 25.7%
2010 44.45 608th 819 25.8%
2011 46.11 611th 818 25.3%
2012 41.21 642nd 832 22.8%
2013 42.23 598th 767 22.0%
2014 41.38 604th 769 21.5%
2015 47.87 512th 778 34.2%
2016 58.44 327th 784 58.3%
2017 31.97 578th 773 25.2%
2018 37.41 584th 800 27.0%
2019 38.09 581st 836 30.5%
2021 33.98 572nd 819 30.2%
2022 39.75 539th 836 35.5%
2023 31.97 614th 867 29.2%
2024 27.77 628th 864 27.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 22.98 166th 201 17.4%
2022 48.74 118th 222 46.8%
2024 15.66 219th 242 9.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.13 533rd 614 13.2%
2024 19.99 513th 598 14.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.76 395th 758 47.9%
2019 55.26 394th 779 49.4%
2021 58.38 281st 763 63.2%
2022 56.97 331st 773 57.2%
2023 47.77 465th 805 42.2%
2024 39.76 545th 822 33.7%
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Rank History for Female students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.88 496th 751 34.0%
2019 50.33 497th 781 36.4%
2021 25.75 605th 775 21.9%
2022 33.94 578th 794 27.2%
2023 26.10 632nd 813 22.3%
2024 22.75 633rd 798 20.7%
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Rank History for Disabled students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.22 342nd 550 37.8%
2019 34.80 413th 628 34.2%
2021 39.36 340th 596 43.0%
2022 42.85 286th 606 52.8%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.71 370th 538 31.2%
2021 69.66 76th 349 78.2%
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Rank History for Male students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.38 620th 763 18.7%
2019 33.11 599th 792 24.4%
2021 36.94 542nd 778 30.3%
2022 42.01 514th 808 36.4%
2023 32.64 592nd 819 27.7%
2024 29.05 608th 816 25.5%
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Rank History for African American students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 63.24 99th 306 67.6%
2023 48.85 141st 323 56.3%
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Rank History for White students at South Point High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.25 588th 718 18.1%
2019 31.32 581st 739 21.4%
2021 24.39 596th 727 18.0%
2022 28.21 581st 749 22.4%
2023 23.27 616th 756 18.5%
2024 17.07 638th 754 15.4%
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Data source: test scores: Ohio Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

South Point High School Test Scores
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Data source: Ohio Department of Education

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by a parent
Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Open Quote I have 6 kids at South Point and I love the schools! The principals really care about their success and always try to help when necessary. This is a very small, tight knit community and the schools reflect that! Close Quote



Enrollment information for South Point High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 747 52 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 806
1989 728 45 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 777
1990 672 54 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 729
1991 649 49 4 0 0 n/a n/a 0 702
1992 639 39 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 681
1993 595 42 4 1 0 n/a n/a 0 642
1994 618 44 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 667
1995 637 46 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 685
1996 637 46 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 685
1997 638 56 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 695
1998 601 53 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 654
1999 577 57 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 635
2000 534 50 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 584
2001 526 44 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 573
2002 507 41 0 1 0 n/a n/a 4 553
2003 507 41 0 1 0 n/a n/a 4 553
2004 541 39 1 1 0 n/a n/a 3 585
2005 532 37 2 1 0 n/a n/a 2 574
2006 521 31 2 1 0 n/a n/a 2 557
2007 543 25 1 1 0 n/a n/a 7 577
2008 496 25 2 1 0 n/a n/a 7 531
2009 493 34 2 1 0 n/a n/a 5 535
2010 405 31 2 1 0 n/a n/a 6 445
2011 384 35 5 3 0 0 6 0 433
2012 417 30 4 2 0 1 8 0 462
2013 373 29 4 2 0 0 13 0 421
2014 361 24 5 3 1 0 15 0 409
2015 388 27 2 3 1 0 14 0 435
2016 357 31 2 5 0 0 16 0 411
2017 347 28 3 4 0 0 23 0 405
2018 365 27 2 2 0 0 26 0 422
2019 340 23 1 3 0 0 29 0 396
2020 286 26 2 2 0 1 21 0 338
2021 279 31 2 4 0 1 24 0 341
2022 272 36 1 5 0 1 29 0 344
2023 283 31 2 7 0 1 26 0 350

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at South Point High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 806 35.0 23.0 0
1989 777 35.0 22.2 n/a
1990 729 35.0 20.8 n/a
1991 702 34.0 20.6 n/a
1992 681 34.0 20.0 14.4
1993 642 32.1 20.0 16.2
1994 667 32.0 20.8 13.6
1995 685 32.0 21.4 14.2
1996 685 32.0 21.4 14.2
1997 695 32.0 21.7 20
1998 654 36.0 18.2 8.9
1999 635 34.0 18.7 9.8
2000 584 32.0 18.3 6.7
2001 573 28.0 20.5 11.9
2002 553 26.0 21.3 23.3
2003 553 26.0 21.3 23.3
2004 585 28.5 20.5 29.4
2005 574 30.4 18.9 29.7
2006 557 30.0 18.6 35.5
2007 577 33.0 17.5 36.7
2008 531 31.0 17.1 n/a
2009 535 30.1 17.8 35.8
2010 445 30.3 14.6 47.6
2011 433 29.0 14.9 50.1
2012 462 34.0 13.5 52.8
2013 421 34.5 12.2 55.1
2014 409 25.5 16.0 52.1
2015 435 n/a n/a 50.3
2016 411 24.0 17.1 47.2
2017 405 25.5 15.8 n/a
2018 422 26.5 15.9 n/a
2019 396 28.5 13.8 n/a
2020 338 27.5 12.2 n/a
2021 341 24.0 14.2 n/a
2022 344 25.0 13.7 n/a
2023 350 24.0 14.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio South Point High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 806 35.0 23.0 0
1989 777 35.0 22.2 n/a
1990 729 35.0 20.8 n/a
1991 702 34.0 20.6 n/a
1992 681 34.0 20.0 14.4
1993 642 32.1 20.0 16.2
1994 667 32.0 20.8 13.6
1995 685 32.0 21.4 14.2
1996 685 32.0 21.4 14.2
1997 695 32.0 21.7 20
1998 654 36.0 18.2 8.9
1999 635 34.0 18.7 9.8
2000 584 32.0 18.3 6.7
2001 573 28.0 20.5 11.9
2002 553 26.0 21.3 23.3
2003 553 26.0 21.3 23.3
2004 585 28.5 20.5 29.4
2005 574 30.4 18.9 29.7
2006 557 30.0 18.6 35.5
2007 577 33.0 17.5 36.7
2008 531 31.0 17.1 n/a
2009 535 30.1 17.8 35.8
2010 445 30.3 14.6 47.6
2011 433 29.0 14.9 50.1
2012 462 34.0 13.5 52.8
2013 421 34.5 12.2 55.1
2014 409 25.5 16.0 52.1
2015 435 n/a n/a 50.3
2016 411 24.0 17.1 47.2
2017 405 25.5 15.8 n/a
2018 422 26.5 15.9 n/a
2019 396 28.5 13.8 n/a
2020 338 27.5 12.2 n/a
2021 341 24.0 14.2 n/a
2022 344 25.0 13.7 n/a
2023 350 24.0 14.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for South Point High School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $8,212
2022 $12,053
2023 $13,755

Data source: Ohio Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on South Point High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 581st of 836 High schoolsRanks 614th of 867 High schools
 1.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course American Government (South Point High School)70.159
 11.1%
   End of Course American Government (South Point Local)72.359.4
 12.9%
   End of Course American Government (Ohio)77.772
 5.7%
End of Course American History (South Point High School)85.665.7
 19.9%
   End of Course American History (South Point Local)86.465.7
 20.7%
   End of Course American History (Ohio)78.169.7
 8.4%
End of Course Biology (South Point High School)56.351.9
 4.4%
   End of Course Biology (South Point Local)58.353.2
 5.1%
   End of Course Biology (Ohio)73.763.7
 10%
End of Course English II (South Point High School)63.659.3
 4.3%
   End of Course English II (South Point Local)65.361.4
 3.9%
   End of Course English II (Ohio)66.260.8
 5.4%
End of Course Geometry (South Point High School)1616.2
 0.2%
   End of Course Geometry (South Point Local)17.317
 0.3%
   End of Course Geometry (Ohio)50.141.8
 8.3%
End of Course Algebra I (South Point High School)45.417.1
 28.3%
   End of Course Algebra I (South Point Local)56.936.4
 20.5%
   End of Course Algebra I (Ohio)61.153
 8.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students396350
 11.6%
African American2331
 34.8%
American Indian00
Asian12
 100%
Hispanic37
 133.3%
Pacific Islander01
White340283
 16.8%
Two or More Races2926
 10.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about South Point High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 350 students attended South Point High School.

Students at South Point High School are 81% White, 9% African American, 7% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

South Point High School ranks 628th of 864 Ohio high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 1 star out of 5.

South Point High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Burlington Elementary School
Elementary : South Point Elementary School
Middle : South Point Middle School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Ohio Department of Education.

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