Spanish Springs High School

1065 Eagle Canyon Drive
Sparks, NV 89441
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,472 students in grades 9-12, Spanish Springs High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,472 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 85% (Top 50% in NV)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Spanish Springs High School's student population of 2,472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,472 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
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School Rankings

Spanish Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spanish Springs High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NV)
#378 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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18%
26%
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41%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
37%
44%
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Black
2%
12%
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White
50%
29%
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Hawaiian
n/a
2%
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Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.61
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85%
80%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
70%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spanish Springs High School's ranking?
Spanish Springs High School is ranked #378 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Spanish Springs High School often compared to?
Spanish Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sparks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish Springs High School is 85%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Spanish Springs High School?
2,472 students attend Spanish Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Spanish Springs High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Spanish Springs High School offer ?
Spanish Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spanish Springs High School part of?
Spanish Springs High School is part of Washoe County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,472 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 85% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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