Serving 2,020 students in grades 9-12, Spring Woods High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 2,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Woods High School serves the northwest part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 1.8 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Woods High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Woods High School's student population of 2,020 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,020 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Spring Woods 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 Spring Woods High School is 0.24, 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
#5912 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tuffy The Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Woods High School's ranking?
Spring Woods High School is ranked #5912 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spring Woods High School often compared to?
Spring Woods High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northbrook High School, Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Woods High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Woods High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Spring Woods High School?
2,020 students attend Spring Woods High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Spring Woods High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Woods High School?
Spring Woods High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Woods High School offer ?
Spring Woods High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spring Woods High School part of?
Spring Woods High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Woods High School located?
Spring Woods High School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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