For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 446 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 50% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sparta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sparta, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sparta Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Division St
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Grades: 5-8
| 200 students
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
Grades: K-4
| 246 students
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 32% (majority Black).
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