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Big Spring H S

High School · BIG SPRING ISD

707 E 11TH PALCE, Big Spring, TX 79720

Enrollment

1,044

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,622 of 8,552

In Big Spring

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

BIG SPRING ISD

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

High School in Big Spring · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Big Spring H S

Big Spring H S is a public high school in Big Spring, TX, part of BIG SPRING ISD. Big Spring H S serves approximately 1,044 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Spring H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,622 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Big Spring H S show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation4.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,360
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Big Spring H S — Students at Big Spring H S score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Big Spring H S Compares

See how Big Spring H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
4.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

707 E 11TH PALCE, Big Spring, TX 79720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Big Spring H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GARDEN CITY H S (rated 9.3/10, 26.3 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORSAN H S (rated 8.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Forsan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STANTON H S (rated 7.3/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Stanton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Big Spring, see our Big Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BIG SPRING J H Big Spring 0.4 mi 6.4
RUNNELS ACADEMY Big Spring 0.3 mi 6.3
GOLIAD EL Big Spring 0.6 mi 8.5
BIG SPRING INT Big Spring 0.7 mi 8.3
WASHINGTON EL Big Spring 1.0 mi 8.2
NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY BIG SPRING Big Spring 1.3 mi
MOSS EL Big Spring 1.6 mi 8.1
KENTWOOD EL Big Spring 2.0 mi 6.6
MARCY EL Big Spring 2.6 mi 4.6
FORSAN EL Forsan 10.9 mi 4.8
FORSAN H S Forsan 10.9 mi 8.5
COAHOMA EL Coahoma 10.2 mi 6.2
COAHOMA H S Coahoma 10.2 mi 5.7
COAHOMA J H Coahoma 10.2 mi 5.0
STANTON EL Stanton 21.1 mi 7.3
STANTON MIDDLE Stanton 21.1 mi 8.2
STANTON H S Stanton 21.4 mi 7.3
SANDS CISD Ackerly 24.1 mi 8.1
GARDEN CITY EL Garden City 26.3 mi 9.5
GARDEN CITY H S Garden City 26.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,194

Median Home Value

$146,500

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

30,432

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Big Spring H S

What grades does Big Spring H S serve?

Big Spring H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Big Spring H S?

Big Spring H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,044 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Spring H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Big Spring H S is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Big Spring H S rank in TX?

Big Spring H S ranks #5,622 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Big Spring H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Big Spring H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Big Spring H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Spring H S has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Big Spring H S a charter school?

No, Big Spring H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Big Spring H S a Title I school?

No, Big Spring H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Spring H S?

72.4% of students at Big Spring H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,044
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Howard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

BIG SPRING ISD
District Enrollment
3,451
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,360
District Rank
#7 of 8

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