South Boston High School serves 1,086 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 77% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,086 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
47%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
62%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Boston High School?
1,086 students attend South Boston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Boston High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Asian.
What grades does South Boston High School offer ?
South Boston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Boston High School part of?
South Boston High School is part of Boston School District.
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