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 1,044 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,044 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Spring High School's student population of 1,044 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,044 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Big Spring High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Spring High School is 0.47, 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
#6165 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Steers/lady Steers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Spring High School's ranking?
Big Spring High School is ranked #6165 out of 8,188 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Big Spring High School?
1,044 students attend Big Spring High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Big Spring High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% 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
5 4/18/2022
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.
1 1/29/2020
Ritchey is not about kids for himself just like downhill!!!
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