As the only high school in Sparta Area Schools, Sparta Senior High School prepares ninth through 12th grade students for future academic and career success. The student population is relatively small compared to other high schools in Kent County, allowing Sparta area students to form close relationships and get individual support from teachers. The staff is committed to continuous improvement and welcomes all students to this Kent Intermediate School District Schools of Choice institution.
Honors classes, advanced placement courses and a Concurrent Enrollment program with Ferris State University help prepare students for college. A career internship program and classes at the Kent Career Technical Center help students advance toward a technical career after graduation. World languages, drama, music and competitions through the Michigan Competitive Bands Association are just a few examples of the opportunities that await prospective students of Sparta Senior High School.
Spartan student-athletes compete in the Ottawa-Kent Blue Athletic Conference in multiple sports, but football games consistently draw community attention. Thanks to a large new stadium constructed in 2018, community members can enjoy watching their Spartans from a modern, accessible arena.
Sparta Senior High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
475 W Spartan Dr,
Sparta, MI
Sparta Area Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Matthew Spencer
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
50%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
86%
Niche Grade
B
A
B-
B
B
C+
B-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
28
Reading
27
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
93.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
388:1
Student Diversity
Male
53%
Female
47%
White
82.7%
Hispanic
12.8%
Two or more races
1.5%
Black
1.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Grand Valley State University
183 Students
Ferris State University
173 Students
Michigan State University
126 Students
Grand Rapids Community College
120 Students
Central Michigan University
95 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
93 Students
Western Michigan University
82 Students
Saginaw Valley State University
66 Students
Davenport University
55 Students
Calvin University
50 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
54 Students
Business
41 Students
Nursing
34 Students
Biology
24 Students
Education
19 Students
Political Science and Government
16 Students
Marketing
15 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
15 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
13 Students
Elementary Education
12 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/30/2025
I attended the adult education program and i absolute loved it. The staff was very attentive and helpful. I love they offered trade programs from students to further their education at no cost. Excellent school
10/1/2024
Budget cuts hit the arts the hardest, and continuously. I would love to see the arts get the funding and support they need.
2/24/2024
I transferred to Sparta Senior School as a Junior and made some pretty good friends right away. The sports teams at Sparta are pretty underfunded and the coaches are unprofessional. I've had some teachers that I like a lot and have helped me throughout the class. I've also had teachers that are very lazy and don't help the students at all. The community at Sparta is a lot different than what I've experienced in the past and was definitely something I had to adapt to. Overall I'd rate my two year experience there a three out of five.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/9/2023
Phenomenal teaching staff that truly cares about your child and their success. A huge selection of classes to choose from, many offering hands on fun learning activities and college credit courses available as well. Great communication between teachers and administration regarding any updates and ev...
4/19/2022
I moved my girls to Sparta, one was a Sophomore and the other a 8th grader. This has been a great experience for both my girls and myself. My Sophomore was barely passing, to C’s or above. My younger daughter now a Sophomore, is thriving. Best decision I made.
12/24/2014
Our family moved from the North View school district (Amazing) to the Sparta school district. (Even more amazing) The teachers and administration are outstanding! The faculty truly try to discover each student's individual talents and capitalize on those talents. The focus is on learning, building s...
8/22/2014
This is a good quality school. I love the small town values and teachers who truly love their job. I think that Sparta should offer more advanced and AP classes. The more advanced classes should start at an earlier age to allow kids to get the most of their K-12 experience and be better prepared for...
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Parks in this Area
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Sparta Sports Park
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Sparta Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sparta, MI, in the Sparta neighborhood, and is served by the Sparta Area Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 818 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 50% are proficient in reading. Sparta Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $318,100. Discover additional schools in the area, like Creative Technologies Academy, Grand Rapids Adventist Academy, West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, and more. Learn more about what Sparta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sparta Senior High School.