[3] Some of the Southport State High School Buildings are listed on the Queensland Heritage Register.

[5] From 1916, the primary school included a section, as a temporary measure until more suitable premises were decided upon, for students undertaking secondary education.

[8] Southport State High School offers excellence programs that extend high-achieving students through a range of specialist areas.

[10] Students in Creative Arts Excellence regularly receive performance opportunities outside of the classroom through representation at Dramafest, Gold Coast Eisteddfod, Starbound Eisteddfod and participation at festivals and events, specialist workshops with industry professionals, excursions, school productions and musical showcases.

[14] Southport State High School has produced a number of distinguished alumni: