For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 450 students in Sparta, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sparta, MO are Sparta Middle School and Sparta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sparta, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sparta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sparta, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparta Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Division St
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Gr: 5-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Sparta Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
522 State Hwy 125 N
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Gr: K-4 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Sparta, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sparta, MO include Sparta Middle School and Sparta Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sparta?
2 public elementary schools are located in Sparta.
What is the racial composition of students in Sparta?
Sparta public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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