Sparkman Middle School ranked #604 statewide in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #296 in 2013, reflecting a downward trend in overall state ranking for this Alabama middle school.
Math proficiency dropped significantly to 17% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, with a decline from 45% proficiency in 2019; reading proficiency was 54%, higher than the 47% state average, while science proficiency reached 59%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew slightly from 819 students in 2022 to 859 in 2023, with minority enrollment comprising 64% of the student body; the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased sharply from 37% in 2022 to 55% in 2023.
Serving grades 6–8, Sparkman Middle School had 823 students and a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in the most recent reporting year, consistent with trends since 2020.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to 88% statewide, indicating strong student completion outcomes for this Madison County, AL middle school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sparkman Middle serves the northwest part of Toney, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 85.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located nearly 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparkman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sparkman Middle School's student population of 723 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sparkman Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparkman Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparkman Middle School's ranking?
Sparkman Middle School is ranked #604 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sparkman Middle School often compared to?
Sparkman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Meridianville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sparkman Middle School?
723 students attend Sparkman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Sparkman Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparkman Middle School?
Sparkman Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sparkman Middle School offer ?
Sparkman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparkman Middle School part of?
Sparkman Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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