Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Sparta High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sparta High School's student population of 253 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sparta High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparta High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#657 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparta High School's ranking?
Sparta High School is ranked #657 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Sparta High School often compared to?
Sparta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ozark High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sparta High School?
The graduation rate of Sparta High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sparta High School?
253 students attend Sparta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sparta High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sparta High School?
Sparta High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sparta High School offer ?
Sparta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sparta High School part of?
Sparta High School is part of Sparta R-III School District.
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