Serving 1,311 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 6% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (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 1,311 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sparks High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 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
#685 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
44%
Black
3%
12%
White
12%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparks High School's ranking?
Sparks High School is ranked #685 out of 692 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 86%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sparks High School?
1,311 students attend Sparks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sparks High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sparks High School?
Sparks High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Sparks High School offer ?
Sparks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sparks High School part of?
Sparks High School is part of Washoe County School District.
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