Sparta High School is a public high school located in Sparta, Michigan, United States. It serves grades 9-12 for the Sparta Area Schools.
Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, Sparta Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparta Senior High School's student population of 818 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sparta Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparta Senior High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1388 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sparta Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparta Senior High School's ranking?
Sparta Senior High School is ranked #1388 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sparta Senior High School often compared to?
Sparta Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Springs High School, Kent City 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 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sparta Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Sparta Senior High School is 86%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sparta Senior High School?
818 students attend Sparta Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sparta Senior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparta Senior High School?
Sparta Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sparta Senior High School offer ?
Sparta Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sparta Senior High School part of?
Sparta Senior High School is part of Sparta Area Schools.
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