Spring Valley High School is a high school located in Spring Valley, New York, educating students in grades 9 through 12. Spring Valley is one of two high schools in the East Ramapo Central School District. The school is accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Serving 1,562 students in grades 9-12, Spring Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Valley High School's student population of 1,562 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Valley High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3255 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
19%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spring Valley Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Valley High School's ranking?
Spring Valley High School is ranked #3255 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Spring Valley High School often compared to?
Spring Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramapo High School, Clarkstown North Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Valley High School is 66%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spring Valley High School?
1,562 students attend Spring Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Spring Valley High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Valley High School?
Spring Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spring Valley High School offer ?
Spring Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Valley High School part of?
Spring Valley High School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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