Sparkman High School is a public high school in Harvest, Alabama, United States in the Madison County Schools district. The school was named after senator and former vice presidential nominee John Jackson Sparkman. Sparkman is one of the largest high schools in northern Alabama and serves students in grades 10-12.
Serving 1,770 students in grades 10-12, Sparkman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparkman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sparkman High School's student population of 1,770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Black and cardinal
School Rankings
Sparkman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparkman High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
35%
32%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Sparkman High School, named after John Sparkman, is located in Harvest, Alabama. Sparkman is the largest and richest school in Northern Alabama and serves 10-12 grade students. The school's mascot is a Senator. Sparkman is part of the Madison County School System. Across the street is the Sparkman Ninth Grade School.
- Campus: Sparkman was once located in Toney, which is now Sparkman Middle School. Situated off of Jeff Road, the high school is two stories tall. And has art rooms, a media center, two gyms, two cafeterias, a photostudio where students can have film developed, drama rooms, a choir room, band rooms, musical theatre classes, etc. Internet access is available in all classrooms and the library. The high school is also part of the Sparkman 9th Grade School. Sparkman 9 opened in 2006.
- Famous Graduates: Notable graduates of Sparkman High School, AL include: Tam-Tam, rap singer.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparkman High School's ranking?
Sparkman High School is ranked #660 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sparkman High School often compared to?
Sparkman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sparkman High School?
The graduation rate of Sparkman High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sparkman High School?
1,770 students attend Sparkman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sparkman High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sparkman High School?
Sparkman High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sparkman High School offer ?
Sparkman High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparkman High School part of?
Sparkman High School is part of Madison County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/16/2021
The best school in the Madison area.
1 2/26/2018
It`s horrible getting to class because of it being over-crowded and schedules are usually always messed up and it hard to get into the elective you want because it`s already full and not many electives to choose from
5 9/9/2017
This school got the best rappers with the best clout and I would recommend if your looking for a school where you can have a top of the end experience.
2 3/3/2010
The school is over-crowded. It is difficult to get the classes needed to fulfill requirements or interests and no changes are permitted once a schedule is submitted. The rules for schedules are extremely inflexable and the extracurricular activities sparse. Sports teams are very political. An o.k. school if you are not college bound.
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