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South High

Torrance Unified · Los Angeles County · 4801 Pacific Coast Highway, Torrance, CA 90505-5544

(310) 533-4352

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10/10
#114
Rank 114 out of 1,227
Top 9%
English Language Arts9/10 · #173 · 86th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #81 · 93rd percentile
Science10/10 · #125 · 90th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

South High sits in the quieter, more residential southern end of Torrance — a South Bay city that tends to fly under the radar despite being one of the more livable corners of Los Angeles County. The school consistently ranks among the top high schools in California, with particularly strong math and science scores that appeal to families with an eye toward STEM and college prep. It's a solid fit for parents who want a rigorous public school experience without the frenzy of some of the region's more hyper-competitive districts.

Student Demographics

394 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
138 (35%)
Hispanic
101 (26%)
White
95 (24%)
Multiple Races
32 (8%)
Filipino
21 (5%)
African American
6 (2%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners35 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged98 (25%)
Students with Disabilities48 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,734
Enrollment
73.4
Teachers (FTE)
23.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3.9
Administrators (FTE)
25.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

95.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

21
AP Courses
offered
35%
AP Participation
of students
644
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Spartans · CIF Southern Section

26
varsity sports
10 boys
12 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Beach Volleyball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Flag Football (Girls)Football (11 person)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #148 · 93rd percentile

287 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found