Sparks High School is a public high school located at 820 15th Street, Sparks, Nevada, United States. It serves about 1150 students as a member of the Washoe County School District. It is ranked in the top-1000 schools based on the number of AP exams.
Serving 1,278 students in grades 9-12, Sparks 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 3% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparks High School's student population of 1,278 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sparks 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 Sparks High School is 0.41, 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
#684 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
45%
Black
3%
12%
White
13%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparks High School's ranking?
Sparks High School is ranked #684 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Sparks High School often compared to?
Sparks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sparks High School?
The graduation rate of Sparks High School is 85%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sparks High School?
1,278 students attend Sparks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sparks High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparks High School?
Sparks High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Sparks High School offer ?
Sparks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparks High School part of?
Sparks High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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