Spain Park High School

Spain Park High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4700 Jaguar Dr,  Hoover, AL
Hoover City Schools
4.2
3.1
1,472 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Chris Shaw
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
50%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
A-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
50%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
98
Full Time Teachers
98
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
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
50.1%
Female
49.9%
White
58.9%
Black
18.5%
Hispanic
10.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.5%
Two or more races
4.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best College Prep Public HS in Alabama
#11 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 446 Students
The University of Alabama 391 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 376 Students
Troy University 147 Students
Samford University 145 Students
Mississippi State University 120 Students
Vanderbilt University 111 Students
University of South Alabama 108 Students
University of Montevallo 96 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 80 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 163 Students
Biology 108 Students
Nursing 93 Students
Psychology 85 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 84 Students
Computer Science 58 Students
Political Science and Government 53 Students
Marketing 46 Students
Engineering 44 Students
Pre-Law Studies 42 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 251 Reviews
5.0 Junior
4/8/2026
I could not have hand picked a better public highschool to attend. It is an incredibly diverse, personality-rich institution where everyone can thrive. It offers 25 AP courses along with a diverse dual enrollment program with 10 universities to provide students the opportunity to enrich their resume and engage in the college experience when they want to
5.0 Alum
1/8/2026
I do wish I had a little more help with getting ready for college. However, you have to be willing to put yourself out there more by speaking to your college counselor. What I loved the most, though, was how kind and understanding the college counselor was. Also, not all teachers allow you to retake tests if you failed, even though you know you tried your best, but a couple of my teachers did.
5.0 Senior
5/8/2025
It has given me many opportunities and a great environment to grow as a person. The teachers are all very supportive, and love to watch us grow. All administrators are there to help, and want to see us all grow as a person. Overall, it is the best school I've been to, and I have been to many.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 13 Reviews
1.0 parent
10/16/2025
SPHS would like the community to believe that they are aligned with the levels of Mountain Brook, Vestavia, and Homewood. Do NOT be fooled. Kids are bullied incessantly here- by students and teachers. Admin is completely ineffective with the unbelievable amount of behavior issues. They hide so much...
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.

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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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,472 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 50% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% 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 3.54, 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 $476,045. 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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