At a glance
Reported students
1,772
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
104.74
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
80th percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
578.5
Southside H S: 1,772 reported students.
State peer staffing position
79th percentile
16.9:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,615
- Teachers (FTE)
- 110.38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.6:1
What the reported data says about Southside H S
Southside H S is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in San Antonio. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Southside ISD. NCES reports 1,772 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 80th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.9:1, above the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (91.9%) and White (6%). English learners represent 17.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Southside H S
- 1How do the reported 16.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 104.74 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.9 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 17.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 85.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.9
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6%
- Hispanic91.9%
- Black1.3%
- Asian0.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Southside ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Southside Alter Ctr
High · Grades 06–12
22 reported students
Colonel Miguel Menchaca Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–KG
809 reported students
Julius L Matthey Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
656 reported students
Losoya Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
607 reported students
Julian C Gallardo El
Elementary · Grades 01–05
602 reported students
Heritage El
Elementary · Grades 01–05
555 reported students
Public schools near Southside H S
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Alter Ctr High · Southside ISD | 06–12 | 22 | 2.1 mi |
| Bexar County Lrn Ctr High · East Central ISD | 07–12 | 41 | 5.9 mi |
| Frank M Tejeda Academy High · Harlandale ISD | 09–12 | 144 | 6.1 mi |
| Hac DAEP H S High · Harlandale ISD | 09–12 | 35 | 6.1 mi |
| Harlandale ISD STEM Echs High · Harlandale ISD | 09–12 | 393 | 7.4 mi |
| Cast STEM H S High · Southwest ISD | 09–12 | 173 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Southside H S
What grades does Southside H S serve?
Southside H S reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Southside ISD.
How many students attend Southside H S?
Southside H S reported 1,772 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 80th percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,615 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Southside H S?
The calculated ratio is 16.9:1, based on 1,772 students and 104.74 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Southside H S a public, charter, or magnet school?
Southside H S is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Southside ISD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Southside H S students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
85.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Southside H S in?
Southside H S is part of Southside ISD, based in San Antonio, TX, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Southside H S?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Southside Alter Ctr (2.1 mi), Bexar County Lrn Ctr (5.9 mi), Frank M Tejeda Academy (6.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.