At a glance
Reported students
1,612
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
64.8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
468
Southridge High School: 1,612 reported students.
State peer staffing position
89th percentile
24.9:1 reported; state peer median 19.9:1. 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
- 1,721
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78.2
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22:1
What the reported data says about Southridge High School
Southridge High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Kennewick. It is one of 33 current school records connected to Kennewick School District. NCES reports 1,612 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.9:1, above the Washington median of 19.9:1 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 White (49.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (40%). English learners represent 13.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.5%. 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 15 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Southridge High School
- 1How do the reported 24.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 64.8 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 5.9 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
- 13.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 52.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5.9
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.35
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.06
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White49.3%
- Hispanic40%
- Black1.8%
- Asian2.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.8%
- Multiracial5.6%
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
15 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 Kennewick School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Kennewick High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,921 reported students
Kamiakin High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,956 reported students
Legacy High School
High · Grades 06–12
193 reported students
Endeavor High School
High · Grades 09–12
93 reported students
Phoenix High School
High · Grades 09–12
58 reported students
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center
High · Grades 06–12
34 reported students
Public schools near Southridge High School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy High School High · Kennewick School District | 06–12 | 193 | 1.5 mi |
| Endeavor High School High · Kennewick School District | 09–12 | 93 | 1.6 mi |
| Kamiakin High School High · Kennewick School District | 09–12 | 1,956 | 2.6 mi |
| Tri-Tech Skills Center High · Kennewick School District | 09–12 | 0 | 2.7 mi |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center High · Kennewick School District | 06–12 | 34 | 3.1 mi |
| Benton County Jail High · Kennewick School District | 09–12 | 0 | 3.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Southridge High School
What grades does Southridge High School serve?
Southridge High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Kennewick School District.
How many students attend Southridge High School?
Southridge High School reported 1,612 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,721 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Southridge High School?
The calculated ratio is 24.9:1, based on 1,612 students and 64.8 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Southridge High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Southridge High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Kennewick School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Southridge High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
52.6% 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 Southridge High School in?
Southridge High School is part of Kennewick School District, based in Kennewick, WA, which operates 33 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Southridge High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Legacy High School (1.5 mi), Endeavor High School (1.6 mi), Kamiakin High School (2.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.