South High School is the second-oldest high school in Pueblo School District 60 and is located on the south side of Pueblo, Colorado, United States. The school's colors are black and white, and the mascot is the colt.
Serving 795 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South High School's student population of 795 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres (160,000 m2)
School Rankings
South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#1135 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
25%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #1135 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 84%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend South High School?
795 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the Beulah Heights neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 3 other public schools located in Beulah Heights.
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