Serving 2,668 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 21% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). 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 25:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 2,668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spring Valley High School's student population of 2,668 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
36%
44%
Black
21%
12%
White
19%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #294 out of 692 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 82%.
How many students attend Spring Valley High School?
2,668 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 25:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Spring Valley High School offer ?
Spring Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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