Sparta High School in Sparta, IL

Sparta High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

205 W Hood St, Sparta, IL

Sparta Community Unit School District No. 140

3.1

3.0

339 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Scott Beckley

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1

Average SAT Score
1090

Average ACT Score
24

Math Proficiency
12%

Reading Proficiency
22%

Average GPA
3.56

Graduation Rate
77%

C+

Academics

C+

Teachers

B-

College Prep

Administration

Resources/Facilities

C+

Clubs and Activities

B-

Sports

B-

Food

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.56

Reading Proficiency

22%

Math Proficiency

12%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

16:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

27.7%

College Prep

Average SAT

1090

Math

530

Verbal

560

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Average

Boys Athletic Participation

Low

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

328:1

Student Diversity

Male

53.2%

Female

46.8%

White

73.4%

Black

16.2%

Two or more races

5.8%

Hispanic

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale 40 Students

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 39 Students

Southwestern Illinois College 39 Students

Southeast Missouri State University 21 Students

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 15 Students

University of Kentucky 14 Students

Saint Louis University 14 Students

Murray State University 13 Students

Maryville University of St. Louis 13 Students

Eastern Illinois University 13 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Psychology 22 Students

Business 16 Students

Nursing 11 Students

Marketing 9 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 7 Students

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 7 Students

Counseling Psychology 7 Students

Biology 6 Students

Criminology 6 Students

Small Business Management 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Freshman

2/20/2021

I would like to see some of the teachers be a little bit more respectful to students and students more respectful to teachers.

3.0 Senior

12/29/2017

I liked the clubs and assemblies, but I'd like to see more school spirit, less drama and fights, and a more accurate class rank scale.

4.0 NicheUser

1/19/2016

Decent quality teachers, they are good people that can explain subjects well.

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1.0 other

10/5/2023

Have permanent mental problems as a result of neglectful principal and teachers. They'd rather build a new gymnasium then pay their teachers a living wage.

5.0 parent

5/4/2016

As a former student of the Sparta School District, and now the parent of two children in the schools, I can say from both sides that we have an excellent teaching staff, administration at the schools, and curriculum, that challenges the students. There are a great array of sports and extra curricula...

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1 in Attendance Zone

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21 in Attendance Zone

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List Price Range

$32K - $344K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$134,291

Median Lot Size

13,068 Sq Ft

% Renters

37%

Average Household Income

$72,953

% of College Grads

23.2%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,542 Sq Ft

Homes for Sale

$145,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,246 Sq Ft

410 S Saint Louis St

Dreamed of living in a Turn of the Century home, this 4 Bedroom 3 Bath beauty might be just what you need. Beautiful staircase, entry foyer and living area that reminds one of an old fashioned Parlor is just the start of the niceties that you will own. High ceilings, large rooms and wonderful update...

Nona Shaw

Tri County Realty, Inc

(618) 836-8340

$205,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,305 Sq Ft

5108 Palestine Rd
New 5 days ago

This incredible property has 2 acres with fully updated open floor plan home with 3 beds, 2 baths and a big double carport and storage building attached to it. Full basement. Home underwent a complete renovation 2 years ago, appliances were new, new HVAC, new private sand filtered septic with latera...

Robin Bert

Worth Clark Realty

(618) 425-6395

$99,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
924 Sq Ft

5208 Walsh Rd

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Robin Bert

Worth Clark Realty

(618) 787-5219

$49,900

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft

510 E Main St

Great rental property or starter home. Move In Ready! New Furnace, sump pump in Jan 2025. This single-family residence offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Sparta's history. Built in 1930, this property holds the promise of comfortable living within its walls. The residence features two be...

Connie Stellhorn-Schanter Stellhorn Realty, Inc.

$155,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft

115 W 4th St

Step inside this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home and fall in love with its modern charm and inviting style. Featuring granite countertops, stylish shiplap accents, and updates throughout—including a new furnace (2023) for year-round comfort.Enjoy the convenience of a spacious laundr...

Amber Skinner Property Peddler, Inc

$142,500

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft

216 S Dickey St

This eclectic 2 story, 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home on .47 acres across in Sparta IL is an excellent place to make your home. With hardwood floors, lofty 11’ ceiling and both an attached garage and detached covered parking this home offers convenience and style. As you approach, the full concrete drivew...

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$11,000

Land
0 Sq Ft Lot

540 E Broadway St

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William Clinton Golden Key Realty

$169,900

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,310 Sq Ft

316 N St Louis St

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$82,500

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,064 Sq Ft

714 E Feifer St
New 9 days ago

$189,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,600 Sq Ft

9126 Baldwin Rd
New 3 days ago

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Shari Hopkins Worth Clark Realty

$155,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft

8816 State Route 154

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Jena Gibbs eXp Realty

$325,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
984 Sq Ft

751 Torrens St

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Sparta Lincoln School

Pre-K to 8th
Public

C+

Coulterville CUSD 1

K to 5th
Public

B-

Marissa Jr & Sr High School

7th to 12th
Public

B-

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Illinois Randolph County Sparta 62286

Sparta High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sparta, IL, in the Sparta neighborhood, and is served by the Sparta Community Unit School District No. 140 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 339 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Sparta High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $134,291. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sparta Lincoln School, Coulterville CUSD 1, Marissa Jr & Sr High School, and more. Learn more about what Sparta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sparta High School.

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