Clear Springs High School

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Clear Springs High School
Address
Map
501 Palomino Lane

League City
,
Texas
77573

United States
Information
TypePublic High School
Established2007
School districtClear Creek Independent School District
SuperintendentKaren Engle
CEEB code444-082
PrincipalMandy Scott
Teaching staff153.15 (FTE)[1]
Grades9–12
Enrollment2,732 (2022-2023)[1]
Student to teacher ratio17.84[1]
LanguageEnglish
Colour(s)      Blue, Black, Silver
SongClear Springs Alma Mater
Title
AthleticsUIL 6A
Athletics conferenceUIL Region III District 24-6A
SportsFootball
Wrestling
Soccer
Baseball
Volleyball
Cross Country
Water Polo
Tennis
Golf
Mascot"Lightning"
Team nameChargers
RivalClear Creek High School
AccreditationsExemplary
NewspaperMane Street Standard
YearbookThe Frontline
Communities servedLeague City
Friendswood
Music RegionUIL/TMEA Region 17 6A
WebsiteOfficial website

Clear Springs High School (CSHS) is an American public high school located in League City, Texas. It is one of seven high schools in the Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD). The school opened in 2007 serving most of League City west of Interstate 45 and part of the Harris County portion of Friendswood.

History

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The construction of Clear Springs High School was approved by voters in the Clear Creek Independent School District during a 2004 bond election at a cost of $65,257,412.[2]

Clear Springs High School opened for the 2007–2008 school year taking its zoning from areas previously served by Clear Creek High School and Clear Brook High School. In its initial year, Clear Springs was attended only by ninth and tenth graders, adding an additional grade level each year. The first graduating class was the Class of 2010.

Demographics

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As of the 2019–2020 school year, the demographic breakdown of the 2,815 students enrolled was as follows:[3]

  • White – 51.3%
  • Hispanic – 27.0%
  • Asian – 9.0%
  • African American – 7.9%
  • Two or More Races – 4.4%
  • Native American – 0.2%
  • Pacific Islander – 0.2%
  • Economically Disadvantaged – 11.4%

Academics

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In 2022, U.S. News & World Report ranked the school #240 in Texas and #2602 nationally based on college readiness and state exam scores.[4]


They have an award-winning computer science program with multiple appearances in Region UIL.

Fine arts

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Musical theatre

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Clear Springs produces a full-length musical every year which is entered into the Tommy Tune Awards. The show is produced and operated across the Choir, Theatre, and Technical Theatre departments.

Band

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There are three concert ensembles: the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band. In the fall, there is a competitive marching band and color guard. The Wind Ensemble has twice been recognized by the national Mark of Excellence Award by the National Wind Band Honors project.

Orchestra

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The Charger Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, in collaboration with the Charger Band Program as of the academic year of 2012-2013. There are four String groups: Chamber I, Chamber II, Symphony, and Philharmonic. For the last several years[when?], the orchestra has received top honors with all of its groups in UIL evaluation.

Extracurricular activities

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Honor societies

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Clubs

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Feeder patterns

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Clear Springs High School's approved attendance boundaries have been in effect since fall 2007.[6]

Elementary schools

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  • Bauerschlag
  • Campbell
  • Gilmore
  • Hall
  • League City
  • Ross
  • Greene (partial)
  • Landolt (partial)

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Intermediate schools

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  • Creekside
  • Brookside (Science Magnet Program, partial)
  • Victory Lakes (partial)
  • League City (WAVE program)
  • Seabrook (Science Magnet program)

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In-District Transfers: Students living within the Clear Creek Independent School District zoning boundaries, but not within the Clear Springs High School zoning boundaries, can apply for an In-District Transfer to be able to attend Clear Springs High School. Transfers must be approved by District Officials and may be granted for the following reasons:

  • Transportation Conflicts
  • Culinary Arts Program
  • Engineering Program
  • Sports
  • Dance/ Drill Team
  • Band and Other Fine Arts

Transfers will be granted based on the individual student and can be revoked if the student presents a problem to their new campus. [8]

Notable alumni

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Sports

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "CLEAR SPRINGS HS". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved October 20, 2024.
  2. ^ "Clear Creek ISD Historical Bond and Capital Purchases" (PDF). Clear Creek ISD. 16 Sep 2012. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2 September 2013. Retrieved 22 Aug 2015.
  3. ^ "About Us - Clear Springs High School" (PDF). Clear Springs High School. Archived from the original (PDF) on 30 June 2022. Retrieved 30 June 2022.
  4. ^ "Clear Springs High School". U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved July 12, 2022.
  5. ^ a b "Clubs & Organizations - Clear Springs High School" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2022-08-25. Retrieved 2022-08-25.
  6. ^ "Clear Creek Independent School District". Archived from the original on 2006-02-11. Retrieved 2006-11-22.
  7. ^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2009-02-27. Retrieved 2008-09-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  8. ^ a b "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2009-02-27. Retrieved 2008-09-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  9. ^ LaCombe, James (April 22, 2016). "Softball: Clear Springs' Kelly Maxwell throws no-hitter, denies Dickinson outright playoff berth". The Daily News. Retrieved June 6, 2024.
  10. ^ Frazier, Guy (January 28, 2021). "Clear Springs 2022 WR Noah Thomas a Top Name in TXHSFB Recruiting". Dave Campbell's Texas Football. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
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