Best Schools in Sparland, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Midland Middle School
Middle · Midland Cusd 7. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$161,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$161,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sparland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midland Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $76,736
- Median home value
- $161,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sparland compares
Median household income
$77k
94% of Illinois median
About Schools in Sparland, Illinois
Sparland, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Sparland show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sparland is Midland Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sparland is served by 1 school district: Midland CUSD 7. These districts collectively serve 675 students.
Sparland's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,736. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 218 students · 5th–8th | 6.3 |
Schools in Sparland
Sparland, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,736
Median Home Value
$161,600
Median Rent
$660/mo
Population
1,339
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Sparland has a median household income of $76,736. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,600, with a median rent of $660/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Sparland, Illinois
How many schools are in Sparland, Illinois?
Sparland has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sparland, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sparland is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sparland, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Sparland on MySchoolScout is Midland Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Sparland, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Sparland on MySchoolScout is Midland Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Sparland, Illinois?
Sparland is served by 1 school district: Midland Cusd 7.
What is the education level in Sparland, Illinois?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Sparland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sparland, Illinois?
The median household income in Sparland is approximately $76,736 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sparland, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sparland is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sparland, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.