Sparta Senior High School

Summary:

Sparta Senior High School is a public high school located in Sparta, Michigan, serving 851 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Sparta Area Schools district, which is ranked 151 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 4-star rating.

Sparta Senior High School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (82.73%) compared to nearby schools, and it has consistently maintained a high four-year graduation rate, ranging from 86.3% to 90.3% over the past five years, which is higher than the state average. However, the school has experienced a higher dropout rate in recent years, ranging from 4.1% to 10.3%, which is higher than the surrounding schools. Sparta Senior High School's test scores are generally on par with or slightly above the district and state averages, but the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated, with a high of 129 out of 824 Michigan high schools in 2017-2018 and a low of 316 out of 531 in 2021-2022, suggesting the school may be facing some challenges.

Comparing Sparta Senior High School to nearby schools, Rockford High School consistently outperforms Sparta Senior High School in terms of statewide ranking, graduation rates, test scores, and student-teacher ratio, while Northview High School has a more diverse student population and generally higher test scores. Kenowa Hills High School has a similar student population and performance metrics to Sparta Senior High School, and Comstock Park High School has a more diverse student population and generally higher test scores.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 475 W Spartan Dr
       Sparta, MI  49345-8734


(616) 887-8213

District: Sparta Area Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
167th of 743 Michigan High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,191 Help


Feeder schools for Sparta Senior High School:

Elementary:    Appleview Elementary School
    Ridgeview Elementary School
Middle:    Sparta Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  19.7 Help
Number of students:  818

Racial breakdown:

White:
82.5%
Hispanic:
12.7%
Two or more races:
2.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  43% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Sparta Senior High School ranks better than 77.5% of high schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 71.42. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Sparta Senior High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (82.5%), Hispanic (12.7%), two or more races (2.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 43% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Sparta Senior High School is 19.7. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Sparta Senior High School is $13,191.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Sparta Senior High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Sparta Senior High School 167th of 743 Michigan public high schools. (See Sparta Senior High School in the ranking list.)

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Sparta Area Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Sparta Area Schools 151st of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Sparta Senior High School

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Rank History for all students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 76.26 169th 705 76.0%
2007 76.12 166th 767 78.4%
2008 74.71 205th 750 72.7%
2009 75.88 188th 754 75.1%
2010 76.07 182nd 765 76.2%
2011 71.94 251st 784 68.0%
2012 73.83 189th 773 75.5%
2013 72.81 203rd 805 74.8%
2014 71.00 212th 799 73.5%
2015 65.07 293rd 832 64.8%
2016 65.57 271st 852 68.2%
2017 55.58 327th 835 60.8%
2018 81.51 129th 824 84.3%
2019 63.80 222nd 666 66.7%
2021 49.02 260th 561 53.7%
2022 45.40 316th 531 40.5%
2023 56.98 293rd 735 60.1%
2024 71.42 167th 743 77.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.61 33rd 315 89.5%
2024 54.73 50th 130 61.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.61 156th 755 79.3%
2019 47.21 285th 532 46.4%
2021 27.24 330th 417 20.9%
2022 41.75 253rd 369 31.4%
2023 58.22 229th 614 62.7%
2024 62.74 202nd 654 69.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.62 101st 710 85.8%
2019 53.82 253rd 554 54.3%
2021 53.34 190th 462 58.9%
2022 57.70 184th 416 55.8%
2023 47.56 312th 611 48.9%
2024 56.63 251st 619 59.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 74.39 160th 707 77.4%
2019 62.99 189th 543 65.2%
2021 33.44 321st 472 32.0%
2022 23.71 372nd 440 15.5%
2023 55.36 239th 611 60.9%
2024 74.35 131st 633 79.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.00 84th 201 58.2%
2023 20.96 161st 190 15.3%
2024 16.30 174th 195 10.8%
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Rank History for White students at Sparta Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.59 135th 708 80.9%
2019 65.52 175th 582 69.9%
2021 45.88 255th 516 50.6%
2022 40.66 309th 492 37.2%
2023 51.61 284th 647 56.1%
2024 73.97 126th 638 80.3%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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by a parent
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Open Quote The school is full of kids who are raised by extremely conservative parents and are bullying any child that is different. They are homophobic, racist, and body shame any child that is different Close Quote



Enrollment information for Sparta Senior High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 605 3 4 28 0 n/a n/a 0 640
1989 611 4 2 27 0 n/a n/a 0 644
1990 621 3 2 32 0 n/a n/a 0 658
1991 633 4 4 9 1 n/a n/a 0 651
1992 657 4 0 8 1 n/a n/a 0 670
1993 668 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 669
1994 663 3 1 4 0 n/a n/a 0 671
1995 731 2 5 13 0 n/a n/a 0 751
1996 731 2 5 13 0 n/a n/a 0 751
1997 765 1 3 8 0 n/a n/a 0 777
1998 756 1 2 5 1 n/a n/a 0 765
1999 758 5 4 10 2 n/a n/a 0 779
2000 795 6 4 8 2 n/a n/a 0 815
2001 809 8 5 15 2 n/a n/a 0 839
2002 761 3 8 47 0 n/a n/a 0 819
2003 761 3 8 47 0 n/a n/a 0 819
2004 802 6 12 38 0 n/a n/a 0 858
2005 780 3 13 35 1 n/a n/a 0 832
2006 758 7 8 44 0 n/a n/a 0 817
2007 766 4 6 52 0 n/a n/a 0 828
2008 786 5 9 47 n/a n/a n/a 0 847
2009 785 4 7 54 0 n/a n/a 1 851
2010 814 10 5 57 0 n/a n/a 3 889
2011 763 6 5 66 1 0 20 0 861
2012 772 7 5 67 2 0 23 0 876
2013 760 4 5 68 3 1 12 0 853
2014 752 12 10 80 2 0 14 0 870
2015 737 14 8 77 1 0 15 0 852
2016 749 17 9 78 1 1 17 0 872
2017 715 20 11 68 0 1 13 0 828
2018 694 18 8 73 1 1 11 0 806
2019 688 14 6 80 2 2 13 0 805
2020 646 10 9 87 4 0 12 0 768
2021 649 11 5 91 7 0 16 0 779
2022 709 10 6 104 7 0 15 0 851
2023 704 13 6 109 5 1 13 0 851
2024 675 13 4 104 4 1 17 0 818

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Sparta Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 640 n/a n/a n/a
1989 644 n/a n/a 12.1
1990 658 40.0 16.4 12.3
1991 651 n/a n/a n/a
1992 670 n/a n/a 13.9
1993 669 n/a 0.0 14.5
1994 671 45.0 14.9 9.4
1995 751 35.8 21.0 8
1996 751 35.8 21.0 8
1997 777 38.0 20.4 9.1
1998 765 40.0 19.1 12.3
1999 779 41.0 19.0 11.6
2000 815 42.4 19.2 16.4
2001 839 42.3 19.8 15.9
2002 819 47.2 17.4 18.3
2003 819 47.2 17.4 18.3
2004 858 44.9 19.1 19
2005 832 46.7 17.8 18.3
2006 817 46.4 17.6 20.3
2007 828 42.8 19.3 22.7
2008 847 43.0 19.7 22
2009 851 44.6 19.1 30.5
2010 889 43.4 20.4 33.7
2011 861 41.0 21.0 34.7
2012 876 42.8 20.4 34.6
2013 853 39.2 21.7 33.9
2014 870 37.7 23.0 35.3
2015 852 39.0 21.8 36.6
2016 872 38.0 22.9 32.3
2017 828 34.6 23.9 32.2
2018 806 36.2 22.2 37.5
2019 805 39.0 20.6 37.1
2020 768 39.6 19.3 44.1
2021 779 35.9 21.6 39.7
2022 851 40.0 21.2 39
2023 851 41.8 20.3 41.7
2024 818 41.5 19.7 43

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Sparta Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 640 n/a n/a n/a
1989 644 n/a n/a 12.1
1990 658 40.0 16.4 12.3
1991 651 n/a n/a n/a
1992 670 n/a n/a 13.9
1993 669 n/a 0.0 14.5
1994 671 45.0 14.9 9.4
1995 751 35.8 21.0 8
1996 751 35.8 21.0 8
1997 777 38.0 20.4 9.1
1998 765 40.0 19.1 12.3
1999 779 41.0 19.0 11.6
2000 815 42.4 19.2 16.4
2001 839 42.3 19.8 15.9
2002 819 47.2 17.4 18.3
2003 819 47.2 17.4 18.3
2004 858 44.9 19.1 19
2005 832 46.7 17.8 18.3
2006 817 46.4 17.6 20.3
2007 828 42.8 19.3 22.7
2008 847 43.0 19.7 22
2009 851 44.6 19.1 30.5
2010 889 43.4 20.4 33.7
2011 861 41.0 21.0 34.7
2012 876 42.8 20.4 34.6
2013 853 39.2 21.7 33.9
2014 870 37.7 23.0 35.3
2015 852 39.0 21.8 36.6
2016 872 38.0 22.9 32.3
2017 828 34.6 23.9 32.2
2018 806 36.2 22.2 37.5
2019 805 39.0 20.6 37.1
2020 768 39.6 19.3 44.1
2021 779 35.9 21.6 39.7
2022 851 40.0 21.2 39
2023 851 41.8 20.3 41.7
2024 818 41.5 19.7 43

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Sparta Senior High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $978 (9.2%) $9,696 (90.8%) $10,675
2020 $1,068 (9.3%) $10,383 (90.7%) $11,451
2021 $1,584 (13.0%) $10,640 (87.0%) $12,223
2022 $1,899 (15.9%) $10,034 (84.1%) $11,933
2023 $2,009 (15.2%) $11,182 (84.8%) $13,191

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Sparta Senior High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 222nd of 666 High schoolsRanks 293rd of 735 High schools
 6.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Social Studies (Sparta Senior High School)51.438.5
 12.9%
   11th Grade Social Studies (Sparta Area Schools)51.438.5
 12.9%
   11th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)46.636.1
 10.5%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Sparta Senior High School)55.751.1
 4.6%
   11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Sparta Area Schools)55.751.1
 4.6%
   11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Michigan)55.352.2
 3.1%
11th Grade Mathematics (Sparta Senior High School)41.525.6
 15.9%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Sparta Area Schools)41.525.6
 15.9%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)36.329.9
 6.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students805851
 5.7%
African American1413
 7.1%
American Indian25
 150%
Asian66
Hispanic80109
 36.3%
Pacific Islander21
 50%
White688704
 2.3%
Two or More Races1313
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients37.1%41.7%
 4.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Sparta Senior High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 818 students attended Sparta Senior High School.

Sparta Senior High School ranks 167th of 743 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Sparta Senior High School are 83% White, 13% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 2% African American.

Sparta Senior High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Appleview Elementary School
Elementary : Ridgeview Elementary School
Middle : Sparta Middle School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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