Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Sparks Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sparks Middle serves the northern part of La Puente, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 0.8 miles away from its edge and the furthest point being around 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparks Middle School's student population of 600 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sparks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparks Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#7033 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparks Middle School's ranking?
Sparks Middle School is ranked #7033 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sparks Middle School?
600 students attend Sparks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sparks Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparks Middle School?
Sparks Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sparks Middle School offer ?
Sparks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sparks Middle School part of?
Sparks Middle School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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