We have a graduation rate of almost 100 percent. 96 percent of students indicated they planned to attend college or other post-secondary education. SAT scores (652/679) and ACT scores (29.7/29.5/29.2/28.3/29.3) are well above state & national averages. There were 25 National Merit Scholar Finalists; 27 National Merit Semifinalists; 139 National Merit Scholar Letters of Commendation. 1,161 students took 2,274 Advanced Placement examinations; 92 percent receiving grades of 3 or higher.
| White | 24% |
| Black | 5% |
| Asian | 65% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| American Indian or Native Alaskan | 0% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Multiracial | 1% |
| Female | 48.4% |
| Male | 51.6% |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 5% |
| Students with disabilities | 8% |
| English learners | 3% |
| Homeless students | 0% |
| Students in foster care | 0% |
| Military-connected students | 0% |
| Migrant students | 0% |
| Grade | Percent of total students | Students |
|---|---|---|
| 9th Grade | 27% | 426 |
| 10th Grade | 25% | 406 |
| 11th Grade | 23% | 373 |
| 12th Grade | 25% | 400 |
| Incidents per year | |
|---|---|
| Violence | 1 |
| Weapons | 2 |
| Vandalism | 2 |
| Substances | 27 |
| Harassment, intimidation, and bullying | 13 |
| Total incidents | 45 |
| Days absent | Percent of students |
|---|---|
| 0 days | 9% |
| 1 to 5 days | 47% |
| 6 to 10 days | 30% |
| 11 to 15 days | 11% |
| Over 15 days | 4% |
| English | 53.8% |
| Other | 19.1% |
| Chinese | 8.9% |
| Hindi | 7.9% |
| Telugu | 6.0% |
| Tamil | 4.2% |
Learn more about West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South.
Building upon our tradition of excellence, the mission is to empower all learners to thoughtfully contribute to a diverse and changing world with confidence, strength of character, & love of learning. We believe that every individual has intrinsic worth, that embracing diversity enriches & empowers our community, and that people reach their full potential when encouraged to believe it is possible. We will guide and support studentsâ growth, empowering them to value individual learning journeys.
Curriculum documents, approved by the WW-P Board of Education, can be found on the district web site. In addition, information about 21st Century Competencies, student performance, educator evaluation, and homework policy can be found on these pages as well. The link is: http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/departments/Curriculum
Baseball (Boys), Basketball (Boys & Girls), Cross Country (Boys & Girls), Diving (Boys & Girls), Fencing (Boys & Girls), Field Hockey (Girls), Football (Boys), Golf (Boys & Girls), Ice Hockey (Boys), Lacrosse (Boys & Girls), Soccer (Boys & Girls), Softball (Girls), Swimming (Boys & Girls), Tennis (Boys & Girls), Track and Field - Spring (Boys & Girls), Track and Field - Winter (Boys & Girls), Volleyball (Boys & Girls), Wrestling (Boys)
High School South offers a variety of after-school clubs and activities. Information about these programs can be found on the links for the individual schools on the district web site: http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/schools/high_school_south
The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District offers before and after school care for Grades Kindergarten through Grade 8.
We provide a continuum of special education & related services to eligible students, including out-of-district programs, in-district self-contained classes, resource in-class & pull-out replacement programs, general education programs with appropriate accommodations & modifications, related services, & home instruction. Services are based upon individual needs as determined by each studentâÂÂs individualized education plan: http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/departments/special_services
The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District offers a variety of programs for the health and wellness of students. Programs are organized under the direction of the Guidance Department (http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/Guidance) and Food Services (http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/parents___students/Food_Services), which includes daily breakfast and lunch menus, and nutrition news.
The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District has 11 Parent-Teacher Associations and/or Parent-Teacher-Student Associations. These groups work hand-in-hand with school administration to support each of the schools. Information about the High School South PTSA can be found at this link: http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/parents___students/p_t_as-_p_t_s_as
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North and High School South reflect the lifestyle of a community that takes pride in its continuing tradition of academic and cultural achievement. The richness of the academic programs, alternative options, and extracurricular activities expands learning beyond classroom boundaries. Each high school provides an educational environment that motivates students to learn and requires them to exercise imagination and sensibility in solving problems. Approximately 3,100 high school students may choose from a program of studies that reflects a demanding and challenging curriculum. Qualifying high school seniors may elect to participate in Senior Practicum and Internship; this is designed to give students structured, supervised activities that will assist them to clarify career goals, explore career possibilities, develop employable skills, or make the transition between school and employment or further education and training.The high schools offer state-of-the-art resources and technology that allow faculty to provide interdisciplinary instruction with maximum flexibility. West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North and High School South each offer teams in over 30 sports and sponsor various student publications, acclaimed performing groups in vocal and instrumental music, academic teams, and over 30 clubs/activities devoted to specialized interests. The academic and cultural resources of West Windsor and Plainsboro have attracted a dedicated and highly trained instructional staff, which welcomes the challenges and excitement of a diverse student population. The high schools value their excellent student to faculty ratios. High School South is accredited by the NJ Department of Education and an excellent reputation for HSS has been earned through the commitment of staff and students to the quality of life and learning. HSS has been named a top high school in the state and nation.
Cookies on this website are used to improve your experience and display advertising. You agree to the use of cookies by continuing to use this website. Our Privacy Policy contains more information about how we use cookies.