Serving 443 students in grades 6-8, Spark Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spark Academy's student population of 443 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Spark Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spark Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1288 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
3%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spark Academy's ranking?
Spark Academy is ranked #1288 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Spark Academy?
443 students attend Spark Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Spark Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spark Academy?
Spark Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Spark Academy offer ?
Spark Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spark Academy part of?
Spark Academy is part of Lawrence School District.
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