Spain Park High School

Spain Park High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4700 Jaguar Dr,  Hoover, AL
Hoover City Schools
4.2
3.2
1,502 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Chris Shaw
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
50%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
A-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
94
Full Time Teachers
94
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
28
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
66%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24.4%
State Average
27.8%
Science
19.9%
State Average
21.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
204:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
61.2%
Black
18.6%
Hispanic
10%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.7%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best College Prep Public HS in Alabama
#10 Best Public HS in Alabama
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Auburn University 424 Students
The University of Alabama 365 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 362 Students
Samford University 133 Students
Troy University 130 Students
Mississippi State University 114 Students
Vanderbilt University 112 Students
University of South Alabama 107 Students
University of Montevallo 96 Students
University of Georgia 79 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 141 Students
Biology 105 Students
Nursing 88 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 84 Students
Psychology 79 Students
Computer Science 59 Students
Political Science and Government 50 Students
Marketing 43 Students
Chemistry 40 Students
Engineering 39 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 256 Reviews
5.0 Junior
4/6/2025
I have had a really great experience at SPHS. I love the overall feeling of family with some of the teachers. Most of them try their best to be there when you need them. They make you feel loved and cared about you. I have been so lucky to have our FACS teacher, Mrs. Copeland, for 3 classes. She makes me feel like she genuinely cares for all of us. She loves us and always says things like have a great day, be sweet and don't get into any trouble, and come back to me safe and stuff like that. She will always take time to listen to you and tell you everything will be ok if you are having a bad day. Mrs. Wallace is the same way. She's so sweet and loves seeing her students do good. They have been teaching for a long time, and that gives them a lot of experience with how they treat their students. They love you even if you get in trouble and never seem to get too mad at anybody. They are like the moms of the school. I wish all teachers could have a lesson on being more like them.
5.0 Senior
12/17/2024
I love spain park. I have been in the school district since 1st grade.This school has taught me a lot and help me get ready for college aswell. ai have made good friends with the teachers and classmates. We have rules in class that are fair and help us stay good and not get in trouble. are is school is strict which helps keep us in check when needed.I would suggest going to spain park for the fun and the vibes the school gives us. I also go to a trade school called riverchase connection center. This school is like a job simulation place and has different amount of jobs you can do while doing your school work. I take my math and english over there. The one I choose to do is building and construction because I wanted to have a backup plan that if my first choice didn't work out. This school also has a good environment and treats everybody the same. Riverchase connection center also helps prepare you for the world as a working citizen. I would recommend anyone to attend these schools.
5.0 Alum
7/13/2024
I have only been part of Spain Park For only 8 months and I've found out that it is a school with a lot of resources and it was a honor to be a part of that school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 12 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/10/2024
Had two kids come through this HS and both excelled academically and got great prep for college.
5.0 parent
9/6/2018
Love Love Love Spain Park. Always room for improvement. But I've had 2 kids go through that were prepared for college. Thanks Spain Park!
2.0 student
1/21/2018
Overall I had a bad experience with this school.
5.0 parent
9/24/2014
Excellent teachers, administrators, and students. An all around great community effort establishing a school with a culture of positive learning and success. Love the opportunities not just in athletics but a wide range of academic courses to choose from and a love of the arts as well!

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Spain Park High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Hoover, AL, in the Hoover neighborhood, and is served by the Hoover City Schools in Alabama. The school has a total enrollment of 1,502 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 50% are proficient in reading. Spain Park High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $475,325. Discover additional schools in the area, like Berry Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Hoover has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Spain Park High School.

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