Serving 2,641 students in grades 9-12, Spring Valley 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 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Valley High School serves the southwest area of Las Vegas, NV, covering approximately 9.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Valley High School's student population of 2,641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Spring Valley 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 Valley High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#268 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Valley High School's ranking?
Spring Valley High School is ranked #268 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Valley High School is 94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Spring Valley High School?
2,641 students attend Spring Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Spring Valley High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Valley High School?
Spring Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spring Valley High School offer ?
Spring Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Valley High School part of?
Spring Valley High School is part of Clark County School District.
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