Spain Park High School ranked #276 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #16 in 2013 and #72 in 2019, placing it in the state's top 30% of public schools.
Math proficiency was 58% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30% but slightly below the district rate of 60%; reading proficiency was 50%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%, while science proficiency was 53%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable with 1,502 students in grades 9–12 in 2023; minority enrollment was 40%, reflecting a diverse student body including 286 Black and 158 Hispanic students, with 24% eligible for free lunch.
The student–teacher ratio held steady at 16:1 in 2023, consistent with prior years, supporting an average class size of 15 students.
Spain Park High School's graduation rate was 95% in 2023, exceeding the state average of 88% and matching the district rate, sustaining a strong graduation performance trend.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spain Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spain Park High School's student population of 1,472 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Light blue
Campus Size
100 acres
School Motto
Empowering a generation of learners and leaders to leave a legacy.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Spain Park High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spain Park High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
- Overview:
- Spain Park High School is a school located in Hoover, Alabama and resides in the Hoover City School district.
- Year of Creation: Spain Park High School opened in the Fall of 2001.
- Structure: Spain Park consists of 2 buildings. It also contains a 500 seat auditorium, two gymnasiums, two baseball fields, two softball fields, two football fields, six tennis courts, a separate soccer stadium, and an 8,000-seat football stadium.
- Academics: The academics at Spain Park are very diverse and have an excellent reputation.
- Sports: Spain Park offers a variety of sports including but not limited to football, track and field, soccer, tennis, wrestling, golf, and basketball.
- Extracurricular Activities: Spain Park offers many extracurricular activities such as band, fine arts (performing arts, visual arts, culinary etc.), physical education courses, and various academic programs.
- Spain Park High School's football team was featured on MTV's television program "Two a Days" as one of the opposing football teams to Hoover High School's football team. The show has had mixed reviews and many think it has enhanced its already "redneck jock" image.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spain Park High School's ranking?
Spain Park High School is ranked #276 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Spain Park High School often compared to?
Spain Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spain Park High School?
The graduation rate of Spain Park High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Spain Park High School?
1,472 students attend Spain Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Spain Park High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spain Park High School?
Spain Park High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spain Park High School offer ?
Spain Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spain Park High School part of?
Spain Park High School is part of Hoover City School District.
School Calendar
View the Spain Park High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day - Schools Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - Schools Closed
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
Fall Break - Schools Closed
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Veteran's Day - Schools Closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This is a school with incredible resources, students and potential. And it's an excellent school, but could be so much more if the principal understood what is important. The students' academic and personal growth is important, listening to parents' concerns is important, and equal treatment of all students regardless of race, sex, intelligence level or personal beliefs is also important.
The blue ribbon status, ultimately, is not important. Unfortunately it seems to be all the principal is focused on. He rules the school with an iron fist and creates an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. I am terribly not impressed with his leadership and neither are the students.
5 10/10/2025
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