Spring Woods High School is a public secondary school in Spring Branch, Houston, Texas, United States. The school, serving grades 9 through 12, is operated by Spring Branch Independent School District.
Serving 2,068 students in grades 9-12, Spring Woods High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Woods High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Woods High School's student population of 2,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Spring Woods High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Woods High School is 0.24, 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
#5912 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tuffy The Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Woods High School's ranking?
Spring Woods High School is ranked #5912 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spring Woods High School often compared to?
Spring Woods High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northbrook High School, Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Woods High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Woods High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Spring Woods High School?
2,068 students attend Spring Woods High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Spring Woods High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Woods High School?
Spring Woods High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Woods High School offer ?
Spring Woods High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spring Woods High School part of?
Spring Woods High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Woods High School located?
Spring Woods High School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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