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
1140
Average ACT Score
23
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
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Average GPA
3.47
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Reading Proficiency
50%
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Math Proficiency
30%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
40
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Full Time Teachers
40
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Teachers in First or Second Year
2.7%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
580
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Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
24
Reading
23
Science
21
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Number of AP Courses
16
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AP Pass Rate
93.7%
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AP Math Enrollment
Average
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AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Average
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Boys Athletic Participation
High
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
388:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51%
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Female
49%
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White
80.5%
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Hispanic
13.8%
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Two or more races
3.3%
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Black
1.7%
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Asian
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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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
193 Students
Ferris State University
190 Students
Grand Rapids Community College
129 Students
Michigan State University
127 Students
Central Michigan University
99 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
97 Students
Western Michigan University
88 Students
Saginaw Valley State University
74 Students
Calvin University
61 Students
Davenport University
53 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
56 Students
Business
46 Students
Nursing
41 Students
Biology
22 Students
Education
20 Students
Political Science and Government
17 Students
Marketing
16 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
16 Students
Criminology
13 Students
Elementary Education
13 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/18/2025
Overall I enjoyed my time at Sparta senior high school. I made good friends with the my piers at the high school. The teachers and faculty helped guide me on my journey.
8/12/2025
Sparta high school has incredible opportunities to earn college credit and they prepare you for what to expect out of high school.
5/3/2025
Overall Sparta was an amazing school for me. It is a very close community, and the students get together really well, especially for sports and our homecoming (which is one of the best in Michigan).
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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List Price Range
$202K - $906K
Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$332,637
Median Lot Size
19,384 Sq Ft
Average House Size
1,701 Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Private
- Pre-K to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Lamoreaux Brothers Veterans Memorial Park
William A Rogers Village Park
Sparta Sports Park
Long Lake Park
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
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 778 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 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $332,637. 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.