Charles A. Sprague High School, known as Sprague High School, is a high school in the Sunnyslope neighborhood of Salem, Oregon, United States. The school is named after Charles A. Sprague, who served as Oregon's governor from 1939 to 1943.
Serving 1,712 students in grades 9-12, Sprague High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sprague High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sprague High School's student population of 1,712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
White, Black, Orange, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
We all carry the Torch.
School Rankings
Sprague High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sprague High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Olympian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sprague High School's ranking?
Sprague High School is ranked #952 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sprague High School often compared to?
Sprague High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sprague High School?
The graduation rate of Sprague High School is 92%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sprague High School?
1,712 students attend Sprague High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sprague High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sprague High School?
Sprague High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sprague High School offer ?
Sprague High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sprague High School part of?
Sprague High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sprague High School located?
Sprague High School is located in the Sunnyslope neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunnyslope.
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