Spanish Springs High School is a public secondary school in unincorporated Washoe County serving students living in Spanish Springs and Sparks, Nevada, part of the Washoe County School District; it is one of three public high schools serving the city of Sparks.
Serving 2,131 students in grades 9-12, Spanish Springs High School ranks in the top 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 19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spanish Springs High School serves the southern part of Sparks, NV, covering an area of approximately 350.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 24.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spanish Springs High School's student population of 2,131 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spanish Springs 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 Spanish Springs High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: 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 #304 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 Edward C. Reed High School, Sparks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish Springs High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Spanish Springs High School?
2,131 students attend Spanish Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Spanish Springs High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish Springs High School?
Spanish Springs High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spanish Springs High School offer ?
Spanish Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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