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 2,060 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 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,060 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spanish Springs High School's student population of 2,060 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,060 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
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 0.59, 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
#304 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
27%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
58%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Sparks High School, Edward C. Reed 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 82%.
How many students attend Spanish Springs High School?
2,060 students attend Spanish Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Spanish Springs High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish Springs High School?
Spanish Springs High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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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