South Medford High School is a public high school in Medford, Oregon, United States.
Serving 1,945 students in grades 9-12, South Medford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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South Medford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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South Medford High School's student population of 1,945 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
South Medford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Medford High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#828 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
34%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
58%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is South Medford High School's ranking?
South Medford High School is ranked #828 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Medford High School often compared to?
South Medford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Medford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Medford High School?
The graduation rate of South Medford High School is 89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Medford High School?
1,945 students attend South Medford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Medford High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Medford High School?
South Medford High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Medford High School offer ?
South Medford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Medford High School part of?
South Medford High School is part of Medford School District 549c.
School Reviews4 10/10/2025As a parent with two South high schoolers, we have loved the school. Good teachers, who care about the students. AP and honors classes have been great! My children have also enjoyed the athletic opportunities. Nice campus and the kids have done well socially, even in a large school.Review South Medford High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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As a parent with two South high schoolers, we have loved the school. Good teachers, who care about the students. AP and honors classes have been great! My children have also enjoyed the athletic opportunities. Nice campus and the kids have done well socially, even in a large school.
Review South Medford High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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