About Us

Although planning for construction at South High began in 1957 with the purchase of land at the corner of 83rd and Sterling, the bond election for construction was not held until January of 1960. Raytown voters heartily approved the construction of the school, and the school opened for 9th and 10th graders in September of 1961. During the next two years, 20 rooms of the school were still used for elementary classrooms for south side students as the district struggled to keep up with growth. With the completion of the building in 1963, Raytown South became a 10th-12th grade high school. The first graduating class at Raytown South was the Class of 1964. Well-known for its academics and extra-curricular success, South High enjoys a strong alumni support base.

In April of 2023, the Raytown community voted to approve a $35 million no tax increase bond for the Raytown Quality School District, which allowed the district to make drastic improvements to buildings across the district, including Raytown South High School. In January of 2025, South High unveiled its new performing arts center. Later that year, construction was completed on its new auxiliary gym, as well as a new corridor, connecting new construction to the existing building. Over the summer, the hallway floors were retiled and new awnings on the south and west sides of the building were constructed, giving the building a much-needed facelift. 

Mission Statement: 

Educate Independent Thinkers
Empower Productive Citizens
Inspire Life Long Learners