Sparta R-iii School District
School District · Sparta, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,406
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,406
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#289 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,406
$2,116 vs Missouri median
District size
712 students
Typical than Missouri median
About Sparta R-iii
Sparta R-iii is a Sparta, Missouri school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 712 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The district invests $10,406 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Sparta R-iii demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Sparta Middle, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Sparta R-iii students show an average math proficiency of 46.1% and ELA proficiency of 50.2%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Sparta R-iii, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Sparta R-iii with test data.
Schools in Sparta R-iii
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Sparta
- Total Enrollment
- 712
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Sparta R-iii?
Sparta R-iii has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Sparta R-iii?
The average composite rating for Sparta R-iii is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Sparta R-iii?
Sparta R-iii spends $10,406 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sparta R-iii?
The average student-teacher ratio in Sparta R-iii is 13.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Sparta R-iii?
Sparta Middle is the highest-rated school in Sparta R-iii with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Sparta R-iii?
Across schools in Sparta R-iii with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Sparta R-iii compare to other districts in Missouri?
Sparta R-iii has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.2%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
Compare Sparta R-iii with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Mo Schls for the Sev Disabled (35)
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- Kansas City 33 (33)
- Hazelwood (32)
- Independence 30 (31)
- Rockwood R-vi (31)
- Lee's Summit R-vii (29)
- Parkway C-2 (29)
- Fort Zumwalt School District (27)
- St. Joseph (25)
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- Wentzville R-iv (22)
- Blue Springs R-iv (21)
- Department of Corrections (20)
- Liberty 53 (20)
- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
- Mehlville R-ix (19)
- Fox C-6 (18)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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