Serving 1,779 students in grades 9-12, Sprague High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sprague High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sprague High School's student population of 1,779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sprague High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sprague High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
65%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sprague High School's ranking?
Sprague High School is ranked #837 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sprague High School often compared to?
Sprague High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sprague High School?
The graduation rate of Sprague High School is 91%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sprague High School?
1,779 students attend Sprague High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sprague High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sprague High School?
Sprague High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sprague High School offer ?
Sprague High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sprague High School part of?
Sprague High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sprague High School located?
Sprague High School is located in the Sunnyslope neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunnyslope.
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