Big Spring High School is a public high school located in Big Spring, Texas, and classified as a 4A Division I school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Big Spring Independent School District located in north central Howard County. The high school building was dedicated on March 23, 1952.
Serving 982 students in grades 9-12, Big Spring High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Spring High School's attendance zone covers the entire Big Spring, TX school district, encompassing approximately 241.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Spring High School's student population of 982 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
982 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
Steer Strong
School Rankings
Big Spring High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Spring High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6830 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Steers/lady Steers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Spring High School's ranking?
Big Spring High School is ranked #6830 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Spring High School?
The graduation rate of Big Spring High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Big Spring High School?
982 students attend Big Spring High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Big Spring High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Spring High School?
Big Spring High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Spring High School offer ?
Big Spring High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Big Spring High School part of?
Big Spring High School is part of Big Spring Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Ritchey is not about kids for himself just like downhill!!!
5 10/10/2025
We may not have the newest equipment, but our administration tries their best to make sure our students are learning and safe. I've never seen school care so much about its students.
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