About the School
Thornton Fractional South High School (TF South) is a public high school located in Lansing, Illinois, serving grades 9-12. It is part of Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 and has an enrollment of approximately 1,900-2,000 students from the surrounding communities. The school opened in 1959 and covers a 9-square-mile area. TF South focuses on developing leadership, character, career readiness, academic success, and social/emotional wellness. The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and has been recognized for its educational programs, ranking 249th among Illinois high schools by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to academics, TF South provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including 33 clubs and organizations, as well as athletics, competing in the South Suburban Conference. The school's mascot is the Red Wolves.