Serving 855 students in grades 9-12, Spring Creek High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 855 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spring Creek High School's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek High School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
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 Spring Creek High School's ranking?
Spring Creek High School is ranked #214 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Spring Creek High School often compared to?
Spring Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elko High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Creek High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Spring Creek High School?
855 students attend Spring Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Spring Creek High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Spring Creek High School offer ?
Spring Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spring Creek High School part of?
Spring Creek High School is part of Elko County School District.
School Reviews
3 11/1/2021
Great schooling, amazing kids. The only thing that is a downside is that the teachers often make it a point that students are having a hard time and don't fix it. Kids often work together and help where the teachers won't making it a great school, 4.5/5 rating by far!
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