For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 7,666 students in Sparks, NV.
The top-ranked public high schools in Sparks, NV are Spanish Springs High School, Edward C. Reed High School and Alpine Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sparks, NV public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Nevada public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Sparks have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public high schools.
Sparks, NV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Nevada average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Edward C. Reed High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nevada or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Sparks, NV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spanish Springs High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1065 Eagle Canyon Drive
Sparks, NV 89441
(775) 425-7733
Sparks, NV 89441
(775) 425-7733
Gr: 9-12 | 2,131 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Edward C. Reed High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Baring Blvd.
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5700
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 353-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Alpine Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1421 Pullman Dr
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 356-1166
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 356-1166
Gr: 9-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Procter R. Hug High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3530 Sullivan Lane
Sparks, NV 89431
(775) 333-5300
Sparks, NV 89431
(775) 333-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,008 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Sparks High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 15th St
Sparks, NV 89431
(775) 353-5550
Sparks, NV 89431
(775) 353-5550
Gr: 9-12 | 1,211 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Sparks, NV?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sparks, NV include Spanish Springs High School, Edward C. Reed High School and Alpine Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in Sparks?
5 public high schools are located in Sparks.
What is the racial composition of students in Sparks?
Sparks public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Sparks are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Sparks include: Sparks High School vs. Spanish Springs High School, Spanish Springs High School vs. Sparks High School, Procter R. Hug High School vs. Spanish Springs High School
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